VDC Field Technology Manager - Mission Critical

About Alston Construction:

Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For over 35 years we have delivered on our promises to our employees, clients, and business partners. We offer extremely competitive salaries, a superb benefits package, and a great place to work! In addition to routinely receiving awards for our projects and safety performance, we have also received numerous “Best Places to Work” awards!

We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values, to include: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says “In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others.” If this sounds like you and what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

Our top tier benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term disability, long-term disability, life  insurance/AD&D, HSA, health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth  401(k), After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!

Job Summary:  

The VDC Field Technology Manager oversees and manages all VDC Field Technologies for Alston's mission critical portfolio, including data centers and other high-reliability facilities. The VDC Field Technology Manager will lead training, implementation, and processes in Reality Capture, Robotic Layout, and field verification for the VDC Department, with a focus on supporting fast-paced, tightly coordinated, zero-tolerance-for-error mission critical projects. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with VDC Director and VDC Manager, including local and remote support teams.
• Serve as the VDC field technology lead for mission critical projects, aligning technology deployment with the schedule, quality, and commissioning demands of data center and similar high-reliability facilities.
• First point of contact for all field and office personnel when scheduling VDC Technology.
• Responsible for successful deployment of VDC initiatives and VDC technology platform across mission critical projects.
• Supervise and direct VDC Specialists’ daily activities while providing ongoing training and support.
• Responsible for aiding project personnel in implementing the VDC program activities on their projects through pro-active training, support, and examples.
• Review construction schedules and develop aligned VDC schedules directly with field management, including capture and verification milestones tied to MEP rough-in, prefabrication, equipment set, and commissioning sequences.
• Collaborate with all project disciplines, with emphasis on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection trade partners and their prefabrication teams.
• Lead research and development of UAS technologies.
• Direct, assign, and supervise UAS tasks of other employees as needed.
• Stay abreast of new technologies related to reality capture and evaluate for potential business use.
• Develop documentation of UAS governance, standards, checklists, best practices, and hardware/software standards.
• Track annual Alston pilot licenses, hardware, and insurance compliance.
• Collect, process, analyze, and format imagery and point cloud data acquired from UAS or ground-based platforms.
• Lead research and development of 3D Scanning.
• Direct, assign, and supervise 3D Laser Scanning tasks of other employees as needed.
• Lead scan-to-BIM workflows for as-built verification, including scanning of in-wall and overhead MEP, underground utilities, slab flatness and levelness, and installed equipment, and compare results against the coordinated model to identify clashes and deviations early.
• Support prefabrication and modular construction by verifying field conditions and tolerances ahead of delivery and install of skids, power and cooling modules, electrical rooms, and other prefabricated assemblies.
• Collaborate and assist Preconstruction on upcoming bids and pursuits, including mission critical clients’ technology and reporting expectations.
• Identify and lead ways to apply technology to increase our value to the project team and mission critical clients.
• Lead research and development of Robotic Layout.
• Direct, assign and supervise RTS Layout tasks of other employees as needed, including high-density MEP and structural layout on accelerated schedules.
• Stay abreast of new technologies related to Robotic Layout and evaluate for potential business use.
• Develop documentation of Robotic Layout governance, standards, checklists, best practices, and hardware/software standards.
• Support quality control and commissioning readiness by providing field-captured data, progress documentation, and as-built deliverables to project teams and owners.
• Apply various other software and hardware applications to solve complex construction and engineering problems on a project.
• Travel and overnight trips may be needed for various project needs.
• Be able to present any/all VDC services to potential clients, owners, and stakeholders.
• Participate in strategic planning for VDC technologies.
• Maintain knowledge of developments in the field of technology through literature and attending conferences.

Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Significant experience related to UAS, 3D Laser Scanning, LiDAR, or Geomatics. Strong survey background is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and familiarity in working with 3-D geospatial data, point clouds, and the development of digital models.
• Experience with imagery acquisition, photogrammetry, orthophotos, and registration.
• Familiarity with reality capture hardware and software such as Trimble RealWorks, ReCap Pro, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Experience with robotic total stations and layout platforms, and with integrating field layout and verification into BIM workflows.
• Defining workflow processes and leading implementation teams.
• Ability to direct and execute highly complex or specialized projects.
• Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, and manage time and competing priorities.
• 6-8 years of experience utilizing Reality Capture Software, Technology, or a similar position with a general construction contractor is preferred.
• 6-8 years of experience in construction/engineering with system constructability knowledge, preferably on mission critical projects such as data centers, semiconductor, pharmaceutical/life sciences, or healthcare.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Valid State-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance meet Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.
• OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification will be required.
• Possess an FAA Part 107 UAS License.

Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.