Description
This position is remote within Poland, and valid Polish work authorization is required. The role involves regular collaboration with US-based teams and therefore requires working hours that overlap with US time zones, including availability until 7:00 PM CET.
The company- the global leader in driving digital transformation and innovation across the built environment. Our 400+ experts around the world partner with the most ambitious owners, builders, and trades to tackle projects that shape skylines, transform infrastructure, and reimagine how the built world works. From pioneering Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) delivery to creating next-generation digital twins, custom software, and AI solutions, we deliver breakthroughs that set new standards in design, construction, and operations on some of the largest and most complex projects in the world.
The role:
We’re seeking a VDC Manager with deep expertise in electrical systems to lead technically complex BIM/VDC projects for large-scale infrastructure and commercial clients. This individual will drive BIM adoption throughout all project phases, from schematic design to construction, while managing a small team of high-performing VDC engineers and detailers. The role offers the chance to work across iconic projects while delivering innovation, quality, and excellence to both internal teams and external clients. Candidates must thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at client-facing collaboration, digital coordination, and information management.
Recruitment process:
- Interview with Team Lead from US – 1h
- Second interview with Root Studio Director from US – 1h
Responsibilities
- Purpose: this role is central to delivering constructible, thoughtful BIM solutions on large-scale electrical projects where client understanding of BIM may vary. Your leadership will help bridge communication gaps, simplify complexity, and ensure that digital coordination directly supports installation success.
- Growth: the VDC Manager position is a launching pad into larger strategic leadership roles across VIATechnik's global delivery network. You will directly contribute to our growth in digital design innovation while gaining exposure to advanced technologies like AI-integrated coordination platforms and Digital Twins.
- Motivators: If you're motivated by technical problem-solving, mentoring engineers, managing high-impact deliverables, and delivering operational clarity in ambiguity, this is a rare opportunity. You'll have autonomy and ownership while collaborating with clients like Tesla, Apple, and national transportation agencies.
- In First 12 Months: Lead end-to-end delivery across 3+ complex electrical VDC projects.
- In First 12 Months: Build and strengthen client relationships through project excellence and achieve repeat work from at least 2 clients.
- In First 12 Months: Drive knowledge sharing and mentorship across a global team and develop and lead at least one internal training session on electrical coordination best practices.
Requirements
- A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a similar discipline.
- 5+ years of experience providing implementation, training, and support in BIM and VDC.
- Managed 2-3 detailers and/or VDC Engineers.
- 3+ years of experience working for an electrical trade contractor.
- Experience in combining and coordinating BIM updates, running clash detection on revised components and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience modeling, drafting, producing drawings, and reading electrical plans.
- Capability to work effectively in a self-directed way within an extremely fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- The ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
- A proactive and flexible attitude; willingness to take an "all hands on deck" approach.
- Ability to work some early and/or late hours to coordinate with project teams in other countries.
- Experience leading online meetings and training sessions across remote project teams using platforms.
- [nice to have] Field construction experience.
- [nice to have] Been involved in the administrative side of projects: invoicing, budgeting, scheduling, and forecasting.
- [nice to have] Knowledge of other primary building systems: foundations, primary building structure and walls, electrical, fire protection, specialty systems, conveying systems and interior finishes and the sequence of assembly of each.
- [nice to have] Experience managing BIM and VDC across a project lifecycle.
- [nice to have] Understanding of real world constructability of modeled systems.
- [nice to have] A portfolio of work you can share.
- [nice to have] Proven track record of effectively working with and managing teams remotely.
- [nice to have] Background in providing professional services to clients.
We offer
- Contract B2B /agreement (umowa o pracÄ™) directly with the company
- B2B contracts include 26 days of vacation, sick days and all the other benefits which regular employees are eligible as well.
- Flexible remote or hybrid work model in Poland.
- International collaboration with U.S.-based teams and clients.
- Professional growth within an innovative, digitally driven construction environment.
- Exposure to advanced BIM and VDC methodologies.
- Necessary equipment (laptop, software licenses, etc.) provided
- Medical package (Luxmed), Multisport card, Training and conference budget
- Work in small, but global, focused team
- Real possibility to impact the built environment