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BIM/VDC Manager
Job Description
We’re looking for a BIM/VDC Manager in the commercial construction industry.
Our client is a leading, multi-division construction and services company with a long-standing reputation for excellence across Western Canada. As the organization continues to expand, they are seeking a BIM/VDC Manager to lead their digital construction initiatives. This individual will be responsible for establishing long-term BIM/VDC strategies, standardizing processes across divisions, mentoring teams, and driving the integration of advanced technologies to improve project outcomes.
BIM/VDC Manager Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of BIM/VDC strategies, standards, and best practices across divisions
- Drive innovation by evaluating and integrating emerging digital construction technologies
- Oversee model governance and ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with BIM Execution Plans
- Improve construction workflows, prefabrication, and coordination through digital processes
- Manage and support VDC assignments to ensure alignment with project and divisional objectives
- Mentor and develop BIM/VDC Managers, Designers, and Coordinators to strengthen overall team performance
- Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing to unify teams under a consistent digital delivery approach
- Support estimating and proposal teams with BIM Execution Plans, RFQs, and RFP submissions
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, consultants, and trade partners
- Report progress, milestones, and strategic initiatives to senior leadership
The successful candidate has:
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction industry
- At least 5 years of experience working with BIM/VDC tools (Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, etc.)
- A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical sub-trade construction
- Proven experience leading digital design, coordination, and project delivery processes
- Strong technical mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
- Experience with prefabrication, digital field workflows, and construction technology integration
- Post-secondary education in Engineering, Design Technology, or Construction Technology (preferred)
- Journeyperson certification in Mechanical or Electrical trades (asset)
- Professional certifications in Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, or related BIM/VDC software (asset)
Compensation and benefits:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Company events and team-building activities
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Ben Coakwell
Recruitment Consultant
Operations, Construction, Engineering
Ben specializes in recruiting top talent in operations, construction and engineering. With a unique background that includes winning an Olympic medal in bobsleigh, he leverages the collaboration, networking and relationship-building skills that he built in his athletic career into the world of recruitment. His previous experience in recruiting for the construction industry honed his expertise, making him adept at understanding the needs of both clients and candidates. His commitment to self-improvement and integrity drives him to provide exceptional service and exceed expectations in every interaction.
Ben takes pride in helping companies grow successfully by ensuring they have the right people in place. His dedication to understanding the impact of a well-matched candidate makes him a trusted and reliable recruiting partner. Motivated by the opportunity to impact lives for the better, he helps candidates make positive career changes.
Outside of work, Ben enjoys staying active through exercise and spending as much time outdoors as possible. He finds relaxation in painting and is relishing the phase of his life where sports have transitioned from a profession to a hobby, allowing him to attend events as a fan.