VDC Manager - Western Region

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

Job Description

The  VDC Regional Manager  is a strategic and technical leader responsible for overseeing Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) operations across a designated region. This role involves close collaboration with clients, trade partners, consultants, and internal design and construction teams to ensure consistent VDC standards, execution strategies, and innovation throughout the project lifecycle.

The VDC Regional Manager will lead regional VDC resource planning, training, and implementation, while supporting both renovation and new construction projects. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in BIM technologies, construction sequencing, and cross-discipline coordination, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all VDC functions within the region.
• Collaborate with regional and project leadership to develop VDC strategies across the full project lifecycle—from proposals and planning to execution and quality assurance.
• Lead VDC resource planning and scheduling for regional projects.
• Assist in the development of BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and lead client interactions with support from project leadership and VDC Project Coordinators.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to regional VDC staff.
• Coordinate training, implementation, and support of VDC tools and processes for regional teams.
• Troubleshoot VDC tools and workflows and ensure alignment with CRB and client standards.
• Evaluate BIM modeling capabilities of internal teams, trade partners, and external design collaborators.
• Strengthen VDC capabilities of strategic partners, vendors, and subconsultants.
• Collaborate with corporate and regional leadership on strategic initiatives and standardization efforts.
• Work with the Director of VDC Digital Content to guide content strategy and development.
• Support the Director of Digital Delivery in testing, standardizing, and implementing emerging technologies to enhance digital delivery.
• Contribute to the development of digital delivery roadmaps and initiatives within Project Delivery Services.
• Represent CRB in VDC-related webinars and conferences, sharing insights and identifying opportunities for innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

The pay range for a candidate selected for this position who is based in San Diego is typically $131,695 to $210,712 annually. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. The selected candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, including but not limited to work location, qualifications, and relevant experience. In addition, CRB offers a total rewards package that includes comprehensive insurance coverage as well as the opportunity to participate in one or more annual incentive programs based on company and individual performance.

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Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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