VDC/BIM Engineer

Description

ABOUT US

Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,300 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

What Makes Okland Different?

We Create Remarkable Experiences

We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.

We Share Success

Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective, and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.

We Build Better Together

Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We're looking for a VDC Engineer in Texas who is passionate about construction technology and enjoys collaborating with project teams to deliver exceptional results. In this role, you'll support modeling, coordination, and estimating efforts across a variety of projects using tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and Assemble. To be successful, you'll need hands-on experience with these platforms and a background in vertical construction. If you're energized by innovation, problem-solving, and finding smarter ways to build, we'd love to hear from you.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

Virtual Design & Modeling

• Develop and maintain 2D and 3D construction models to support project planning, coordination, and execution.
• Create detailed visual deliverables, including site logistics plans, construction sequencing graphics, and coordination drawings.
• Support multidisciplinary coordination efforts across architectural, structural, civil, and MEP systems to help identify and resolve conflicts early.
• Build and enhance models that support 4D scheduling and project visualization for both active projects and preconstruction pursuits.

Project Collaboration & Planning

• Partner with project teams to develop site-specific logistics plans that improve safety, efficiency, and constructability.
• Participate in coordination meetings and planning sessions, providing modeling insights that support informed project decisions.
• Maintain and update project logistics models throughout the project lifecycle to reflect evolving site conditions and construction plans.

Business Development Support

• Contribute to pursuit and preconstruction efforts by creating compelling visualizations, logistics plans, and construction sequencing models.
• Participate in business development and project positioning activities, helping communicate project approaches and value to clients and partners.

YOU’RE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE

•  Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction, virtual design and construction (VDC), BIM coordination, or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience with BIM and VDC technologies, including software such as Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Assemble.
• Experience developing and coordinating 2D/3D construction models for building, site, and MEP coordination activities.
• Familiarity with 4D scheduling, reality capture technologies, point cloud processing, and drone applications in construction is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

Culture & Recognition

Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

Pay, Ownership & Retirement

Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.

Benefits & Wellbeing

Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.

Perks & Projects

Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

EEO STATEMENT

Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong commitment to inclusion.

VISA AND SPONSORSHIP

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.