Christian Kline

About Christian Kline

Innovative and results-driven VDC Manager with extensive experience leading digital transformation initiatives in the mechanical contracting industry. Expert in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), BIM implementation, and construction technology integration to streamline workflows, improve project coordination, and drive operational efficiency. Proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams, implementing scalable tech strategies, and aligning digital tools with field operations. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, optimizing preconstruction processes, and delivering value-driven solutions across all project phases.

Experience

1. Vdc Manager

   TP Mechanical

   Mar 2024 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

   Oversee all BIM department personnel while meeting department productivity requirements. Assist with the development of planning methods to meet the evolving level of support required due to process changes and/or additional support offerings available through new technology. Lead the development and implementation of department standards for trade-specific deliverables. Review coordination plans to ensure compliance with standards. Ensure quality and presentation of deliverables are consistent with trade-specific team. Work closely with the VDC specialist to provide guidance and input on Revit project setup processes, clash detection processes and Navisworks model management. Assign resources to ensure timely delivery of coordination plans while meeting team project requirements. Hands-on ability to work personally on projects with coordination support when resources are required. Maintain and update lead coordinators weekly on project status including fabrication predictions based on construction schedule requirements. Develop, train, mentor, and maintain adequate personnel resources to meet corporate BIM requirements. Develop and maintain BIM standards and processes for consistency and training purposes for new employees. Make recommendations in the development of BIM processes. Attend project manager and superintendent meetings to maintain dialog and receive feedback from “end-users” of BIM services. Develop and maintain database procedures and processes.

Education

• University of Cincinnati

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Architectural Engineering

  2007 — 2013

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Construction
• Microsoft Office
• Analytical Skills
• Facilities Management
• Outlook
• Construction Management
• Revit
• Sketchup
• Leed
• Construction Drawings
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Mathematics
• Microsoft Word
• Bim
• Autocad
• Science
• Leadership
• Project Planning
• Leed Ap
• Workplace Relations
• Computers
• Project Management