Senior VDC Project Manager

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry is seeking a Senior VDC Project Manager in Seattle, WA. This position is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and detailing activities across assigned detailing projects within the various construction related lines of business. This role manages the scope, schedule, budget and information transfer of virtual design efforts, ensuring seamless integration between detailing, pre-con, engineering, fabrication, and construction teams. Acting as the subject matter expert (SME) for BIM processes and tools, the VDC Project Manager provides leadership in coordination, technology implementation, and communication with both internal teams and external project stakeholders. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Assist with the development and management of the Detailing Approach to clearly define modeling scope, deliverables, and workflows aligned with project goals.

• Participate in the multi-trade coordination efforts, providing schedule insights and acting as the project BIM representative.

• Develop and maintain project detailing schedules that align with construction sequencing, fabrication deadlines, and coordination milestones.

• Monitor detailing budgets, track labor hours, and assist with manpower planning to allocate detailing resources efficiently to meet project demands and profitability targets.

• Serve as the main liaison between detailing teams, project managers, and clients to ensure clear communication and model-driven decision-making.

• Provide digital administrative support to ensure document control platforms (ACC, Procure, Bluebeam, Stratus, etc.) are operational, information is current, and team members can access all needed information to perform their duties to the highest level of efficiency.

• Implement and improve digital tools, workflows, and processes that enhance coordination, prefabrication, and field integration in collaboration with the broader Construction Technology teams.

• Oversee the production, review, and submission of model-based drawings and deliverables in compliance with internal standards and project requirements.

• Manage 3^rd party project integrations when required for detailing support and content creation.

• Evaluate, integrate, and communicate all changes related to scope, schedule and/or budget, managing their cost and schedule impacts in coordination with the project team.

• Finalize as-built models, document lessons learned, and drive ongoing improvements in VDC practices for future projects.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of experience in BIM/VDC project management within the commercial MEP construction industry.

• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC); familiarity with tools such as Revizto is a plus.

• Strong understanding of MEP systems, fabrication workflows, and construction sequencing.

• Proven experience managing detailing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional coordination.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.

• Deep understanding of BIM workflows, model coordination, and data management.

• Skilled in schedule, scope, and cost control specific to VDC deliverables.

• Effective at leading diverse technical teams and maintaining clear communication across disciplines.

• Proactive in identifying and resolving coordination, constructability, and modeling challenges.

• Committed to advancing digital construction methods and driving operational efficiency.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $84,240 - $145,200 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.