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VDC Engineer

Gilbane Building Company

Syracuse, NY · HybridFull-time$75–82K/yrSeen todayStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$75–82K/yr
Location
Syracuse, NYHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Gilbane Building Company is seeking a VDC Engineer to perform constructability reviews and project coordination using BIM technologies and processes. The hybrid role works from the office and project sites depending on project needs. The engineer works under experienced VDC Engineers, supports a VDC deliverable under supervision, and may use reality-capture technology to support project deliverables.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Problem Solving, requiredTime Management, requiredAnalytical Skills, requiredBIM Design Software, requiredConstruction Documentation, requiredDesign Concepts, requiredIntegrated Building Systems, requiredLeadership, requiredCommunication, requiredOrganization, requiredTeamwork, required3D Design Software, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Architecture, Engineering, BIM or Related Field or Equivalent, required0-1 Years VDC or BIM Coordination Experience, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Looking for a rewarding opportunity with strong career growth potential? Gilbane is seeking a VDC Engineer to perform constructability reviews and project coordination using BIM technologies and processes. This hybrid role will work from both the office and project sites, depending on project needs.

Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You’re a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You’re someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions.

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What’s in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources for those that are early in their career. While managing your responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, VDC Engineer's work under the direction of experienced VDC Engineers on each job site which provides you with opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

  • Utilizes 3D design software to identify, communicate, and resolve project challenges

  • Combines all building discipline models into 3D design software coordination model

  • Reviews coordination models for constructability issues utilizing the software’s clash detection capabilities

  • Assigns responsible party(s) for issue resolution; verifies and documents with meeting minutes, submittals, RFIs, and updated models

  • Communicates with internal and external project teams; facilitates meetings to resolve project issues, review schedules, or other project documentation

  • Utilizes Reality Capture technology, such as laser scanning and drones, to support project deliverables

  • Participates in Business Unit (BU) office and department activities including orientation programs, training sessions, and peer group meetings

  • Supports 1 VDC deliverable under supervision

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Communicate Effectively - Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message.

  • Act Inclusively - Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.

  • Solve Problems - Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.

  • Demonstrate Agility/ Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change.

  • Drive for Results - Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.

  • Champion Innovation - Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Information Modeling (BIM) or related field

  • 0-1 years of VDC or BIM Coordination experience

  • Prior utilization of 3D design software is preferred

  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Strong problem-solving skills

  • Strong time-management and analytical skills

  • Knowledge and functional use of BIM design software

  • Basic understanding of construction documentation

  • Strong interest in design concepts and integrated building components and systems

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team. For Upstate NY, this ranges from $75,000.00-$82,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,228 open Construction jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$75–82K/yr
  • New York median$108–150K/yr45 salary ranges
  • US median$90–145K/yr606 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $79K, is 41% below the New York median midpoint ($133K) — in the lowest quarter of Construction salary ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 82 open Construction jobs in New York and 2,228 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
This posting asks for no prior experience — less than three in four Construction postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,643 postings).
Education
603 of the 2,228 open Construction jobs (27%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Pay, requirements and demand for Construction jobs

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