Senior VDC Engineer

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MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Senior VDC Engineer to support the construction of a Water Treatment Plant located in the greater Portland area near Sandy, OR. This project will be the first of its kind, ultimately supplying 135 million gallons of water a day to the Portland community. This position is a great opportunity to be a part of a historic infrastructure and filtration project and see it through the entire project delivery life cycle, from groundbreaking to closeout.

The role of Senior VDC Engineer is to support and develop Digital Delivery practices leveraged by project teams in the office and the field, as well as support model-based project management, virtual construction workflows, and construction technology deployments. They also provide essential hands-on support to the project teams and drive project requirements.

Essential Functions

• Process/Yard Piping:
  • Advanced understanding and knowledge of:
    • Best piping practices for underground, aboveground, gravity, and pressurized piping systems.
    • Piping types, schedules, connections, materials, lining, coatings, fluid services, material compatibilities, insulation.
    • Equipment, piping, supports, valves, manholes, and appurtenances associated with process systems.
    • Isometric and orthographic drafting practices.
    • Survey coordinate systems.
    • P&IDs, Process Mechanical, and Civil/Yard Piping drawings.
    • Reviewing relevant submittals for data to support the modeling effort.
    • Water/Wastewater/Industrial Waste Piping Systems.
  • Concrete:
    • Intermediate understanding and knowledge:
      • Concrete lift drawings.
      • Embeds and penetrations wall pipes and wall sleeves encasements.
      • Rebar drawings.
      • Water stop, rebar, stay form, Forming Systems.
• Produce models, drawings, layouts, and sketches of engineering designs, construction fabrications, and quantity takeoffs using BIM/CAD software. Collaborates with design professionals and project participants during the modeling, coordination, and construction processes.
• Develop and maintain 3D model content in support of self-perform Process Systems.
• Develop detailed construction models and produce fabrication Iso’s and Ortho’s for Process piping systems.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices required.
• Support on-site construction team efforts in the implementation of VDC/Digital Delivery applications and practices such as Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality.
• Educate project team on software and workflows utilized throughout the design and construction process.
• Read and understand contract documents and drawings.
• Participate and lead BIM-based trade coordination with project construction teams and sub-contractors. Implement VDC technologies and best practices including BIM coordination, 4D scheduling, 5D cost reporting, and VDC field applications.
• Prepare, monitor, and update visual plans and/or 4D/5D simulations of master and phase schedules.
• Review trade partner BIM/VDC qualifications and advise project team during buyout of VDC services.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science or higher university degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related technical degree plus 5 years of related engineering or technical experience; OR MS degree in Engineering/other highly technical field plus 2 years engineering/related technical experience.
• Hands-on experience in the use of Autodesk-based Building Information Modeling (BIM) toolsets and work practices, including a minimum of 5 years of professional level application experience with Revit, Navisworks.
• Project scheduling familiarity covering development of baseline schedules, incorporating subcontractor schedules, schedule updating and analysis of progress, including project compliance processes and audits.
• Experience with reality capture tools and practices (laser scanning, drone data capture, and/or point cloud generation).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and other normal business applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with customer-facing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Autodesk Plant3D, Revit, Navisworks, and Civil 3D software platforms.
• Familiarity with Primavera scheduling/project management software.
• Experience with Autodesk Construction cloud mobile applications.
• Experience with Autodesk Assemble software.
• Experience with MicroStation.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental, and vision.
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program, and Health Advocate.
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time).
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave.
• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program.

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.