SPW FTG/VDC Solution Architect

Job Description

Role Summary

The SPW VDC & FTG Solution Architect drives the digital strategy, tools, data structures and workflows that support Standardized and Optimized model-based planning, coordination, layout, and installation across DPR’s Self-Performed Work (SPW) groups.

This role blends technology strategy, solutions architecture, and field-informed implementation, ensuring our digital ecosystem reflects how work actually happens—both in the model and on the jobsite.

The leader acts as the bridge between SPW Operations and T&I resources, enabling high-quality model-based deliverables, reliable layout workflows, consistent use of field technologies, and clear visibility into Standard execution practices.

Key Responsibilities

Advance SPW VDC/FTG Strategy & Roadmap

• Lead the strategy and execution of SPW digital workflows: coordination, modeling, digital layout, and field installation.
• Support portfolio management by helping define and sequence SPW initiatives based on operational need and strategic impact as confirmed by the SPW Leadership Team.
• Partner with the business to drive cultural adoption of Standard and Best Practice model-based workflows, emphasizing practical, field-ready execution using enterprise-endorsed tools.
• Serve as a connector across Construction Technology, ensuring connected workflows between SPW VDC/FTG and other SPW Scopes, Prefabrication/Manufacturing, VDC and our entities.

Technology Architecture & Platform Integration

• Design and document cohesive end-to-end repeatable workflows that link modeling tools, coordination processes, layout hardware, field applications, and SPW operational systems.
• Develop system architecture diagrams, data flow maps, and integration plans in partnership with T&I enterprise architecture.
• Evaluate and implement best-in-class solutions for modeling, layout, coordination, QA/QC, and field execution.
• Guide “build vs. buy” decisions, ensuring scalability, usability, and alignment with DPR technology standards.
• Streamline SPW VDC/FTG software stacks to reduce redundancy and improve reliability across projects.

Strengthen Model-to-Manufacturing, Model-to-Field, and Field Technology Workflows

• Establish and promote Standards & Best Practices for modeling levels of detail, naming conventions, data attributes, model health, digital layout, model-based deliverables, survey workflows, and installation support.
• Drive consistency in how digital deliverables are prepared, published, and used by the PAF, Prefab Entities and /or the field.
• Ensure field technology platforms and hardware are properly integrated, maintained, and supported.
• Support cross-scope coordination (Concrete, Drywall, SPW trades, Design to Build) to improve accuracy, minimize field clashes, and ensure clean model handoffs to the field.
• Enhance the collection and use of field data (as-builts, production checks, verification) to strengthen visibility and decision-making.
• Participate in Model-to-Manufacturing pilots that may be led by other CT teams.

Implementation Leadership

• Lead implementation of new tools and workflows—including configuration, testing, pilot management, and rollout.
• Manage internal and external resources depending on initiative complexity.
• Partner with Program Managers to build executable implementation plans with clear milestones and resource needs.
• Establish sustainable support pathways with IT, vendors, and system admins after deployment.
• Manage licenses for applications with your scope.
• Ensure related Toolbox content is appropriate and current.
• Quickly resolve operational or technical issues during rollout and elevate when needed.

Business Partnership & SME Leadership

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for SPW VDC and FTG processes, ensuring technology decisions reflect real field operations and constraints.
• Host jobsite visits, workshops, and user sessions to gather input and anchor decisions in operational reality.
• Represent SPW needs in cross-functional technology discussions with enterprise teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring the right mix of licensing, training, and support.

Governance, Standards & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure workflows and systems align with DPR’s governance, security, and documentation standards.
• Build reusable SOPs, guides, templates, best practices, and rollout playbooks that scale nationally.
• Use data, feedback, and lessons learned to drive iterative improvements.
• Represent the SPW VDC/FTG program internally and externally to showcase innovation and leadership.

Take Care of People

• Engage consistently with operations teams to understand challenges, remove barriers, and gather insights.
• Mentor and develop regional VDC and FTG team members to strengthen consistency, capability, and career growth.
• Balance work across regions and scopes to support workload management and team health.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in VDC, FTG, construction technology, layout workflows, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of self-performed work and field operations.
• Deep experience with digital layout tools (Trimble), VDC authoring tools (Revit, Navisworks, Tekla), and field applications.
• Experience designing cross-system workflows and integrated technical solutions.
• Proven success delivering technology initiatives across multiple teams or regions.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and change-management skills.

Success Criteria

• Execution of SPW Leadership Teams VDC & FTG related initiatives.
• SPW field and VDC workflows become more consistent, reliable, and easier to execute.
• Increased adoption of consistent model-based layout, coordinated model deliverables, and field technology tools.
• Clear system architecture and sustainable documentation that support long-term scaling.
• Greater alignment between VDC, FTG, SPW and Prefab operations.
• Tangible improvements in efficiency, predictability, layout accuracy, and coordination quality.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.