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Digital Construction & Innovation Manager at Ferrovial in Austin, TX
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Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.
Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.
Why Ferrovial?
- Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
- Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
- Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
- Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
- Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
- Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.
Job Description:
EMPLOYER: Ferrovial Construction US Corp.
POSITION: Digital Construction & Innovation Manager
WORKSITE: 9600 Great Hills Trail, Austin, Texas 78759
JOB DUTIES:
Project Management: Lead the delivery of digital construction projects, ensuring they meet project goals and company expectations. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure successful completion. Innovation and Technology Integration: Identify and implement new digital tools and technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), drones, AI, and IoT, etc. Ensure seamless integration of these technologies into existing construction processes. Stay updated on industry trends and advancements to continuously improve project delivery. Evaluate the effectiveness of new technologies and make recommendations for their adoption. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with design, engineering, and construction teams to ensure effective collaboration and communication. Facilitate regular meetings and updates with project stakeholders to ensure alignment and address any issues. Act as the primary point of contact for all digital construction-related matters. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders. Training and Development: Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff on new technologies and innovative practices. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the organization. Provide ongoing support and guidance to project teams in the adoption and use of digital tools. Create documentation and resources to support the training and development initiatives. Continuous Improvement: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of digital construction initiatives and make recommendations for improvement. Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement. Implement best practices and standard operating procedures for digital construction. Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the organization.
Minimum Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or US equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field.
Minimum Experience Requirements:
(4) years of experience on large civil infrastructure Design-Build projects valued at $250 million or more, with the following specific experience: Leading digital transformation initiatives and managing innovation programs on infrastructure projects, including highways, rail systems, or airport expansions. Implementing and managing digital construction tools and workflows using at least three (3) of the following software: Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, Procore, Power BI, or SharePoint, including BIM coordination, data visualization, and document control. Coordinating digital innovation across multidisciplinary teams including design engineers, construction managers, BIM modelers, subcontractors, and technology vendors to optimize field productivity and data integration. Designing and delivering internal training and knowledge sharing programs to improve digital tool adoption, including model navigation, drone data processing, and QA/QC verification using digital workflows. At least two (2) years of experience within the four (4) must include: Conducting digital constructability reviews and implementing issue-tracking systems to reduce rework and improve model-based coordination. Managing project innovation budgets and tracking digital tool ROI using MS Excel and Power BI dashboards. Developing and enforcing digital standards and procedures based on ISO 19650, NBIMS-US, or company-specific digital execution plans (BEPs) on complex transportation projects. Travel Requirements: 10% domestic travel for trainings and meetings with clients/client representatives in Austin, Texas.
Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!
Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
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