BIM/VDC Coordinator, EMCOR, Sterling, VA
EMCOR -
Sterling, VA,
US
BIM/VDC Coordinator
Date Posted: 2024-04-30
Job description
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Dynalectric-DC is a subsidiary of publicly traded EMCOR Group Inc. that furnishes electrical contracting services in the greater Washington DC area.
SUMMARY
The BIM/VDC Coordinator will have strong BIM/VDC Coordinating skills as this person plays an integral role in our construction team. This individual will work closely with the project management team and will be heavily involved in all modeling efforts for 2D and 3D coordination and shop drawings. We are seeking someone who can multi-task and work in a fun and very fast paced environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and production of 2D and 3D electrical drawings for field installations and coordination with other sub-contractor trades
Participates in coordination meetings to resolve clashes while maintaining budget, constructability and NEC code requirements
Produces shop drawings, cross-sections of underground, conduits and cables and other electrical systems as required for instructions to fabrication and installation crew
Prepares documentation requesting clarification of original design in the form of RFIs and follow up responses
Reads architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical floor plans, section and elevations
Confers with engineer of record and project management staff to revolve problems and explaining
drawings to production or construction teams and providing adjustments as necessary
Travel to various project sites as required.
Perform other duties as required
Comply with all company operating policies, procedures and safety programs
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
The successful BIM/VDC Coordinator will either be a Journeyman Electrician OR have previous successful experience as an Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM /VDC Details, OR have a related experience as an engineer, technical design, or construction management. Please note Education and/or Experience associated with each path.
If already a Journeyman Electrician, the following are required:
Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
Able to provide proof of Journeyman's license
Minimum of 2 years of total drafting experience, with 3 years preferred.
Understanding of all facets of construction blueprint, specifications and Requests for Information (architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and special systems)
Proficient in 3D coordination with other trades
Understanding of basic computer skills (ex. folder structure, emails & attachments, keyboard shortcuts)
Solid working knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks
Working knowledge of BIM 360 Glue, BIM Collaborate, or other model viewing/collaboration software, preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
For those with BIM/VDC Assistant Coordinator, Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM/VDC Detailer or related an engineer, technical design, or construction management experience, the following are required, unless otherwise noted as preferred:
Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years' experience as BIM/VDC Assistant Coordinator; or 5 years' experience as an Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM/VDC Detailer or related an engineer, technical design, or construction management experience using Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
Experience with AutoCAD, BIM 360 Glue, BIM Collaborate, or other model viewing/collaboration software preferred
Understanding of all facets of construction blueprint, specifications and Requests for Information
(architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and special systems)
Knowledgeable in 3D coordination with other trades
Understanding of basic computer skills (ex. folder structure, emails & attachments, keyboard shortcuts)
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES
The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.
Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
Must possess strong problem solving and negotiation skills which enhance teambuilding (as opposed to alienating team members)
Effectively communicates and interacts with all levels of construction site personnel which includes but is not limited to: Project Managers, Foreman, General Foremen, General Contractors, skilled trades as well as Engineers, Architects and sub-contractors, and suppliers. On large projects, may need to effectively interact with Electrical or Mechanical Layout/Coordinators.
Detail oriented, organized, and efficient individual able to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
Must prioritize and organize work in a fast-paced multi-task environment
Must demonstrate commitment to company values.
Must be able to work effectively and independently in an office, construction trailer, or construction job site. This requires the ability to work at different locations, which may include driving between multiple work sites during the day or week. Construction site setting may require working in tunnels, roofs or catwalks.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees and other professionals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands of this position must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for an extended period of time and frequently stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include viewing computer monitors. Some duties in this position are performed under periodically disagreeable working conditions of a jobsite including working outside at times in inclement weather, and exposure to water, dust, dirt, grease, paint fumes, chemicals, and equipment
noise and vibration. Most work is performed in an office environment during normal business hours.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee may work in an office environment, construction trailer, or on a construction job site during construction operation hours. Some duties in this position may be performed under periodically disagreeable working conditions typical of a construction jobsite including working outdoors at times in inclement weather, exposure to water, dust, dirt, grease, pain fumes, chemicals, and equipment noise and vibration. This job may require driving to / from other job or constructions sites, sometimes working at more than one site in a day or during the week. Some jobsites may require working in tunnels, or on roofs or catwalks.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Dynalectric-DC is a subsidiary of publicly traded EMCOR Group Inc. that furnishes electrical contracting services in the greater Washington DC area.
SUMMARY
The BIM/VDC Coordinator will have strong BIM/VDC Coordinating skills as this person plays an integral role in our construction team. This individual will work closely with the project management team and will be heavily involved in all modeling efforts for 2D and 3D coordination and shop drawings. We are seeking someone who can multi-task and work in a fun and very fast paced environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and production of 2D and 3D electrical drawings for field installations and coordination with other sub-contractor trades
Participates in coordination meetings to resolve clashes while maintaining budget, constructability and NEC code requirements
Produces shop drawings, cross-sections of underground, conduits and cables and other electrical systems as required for instructions to fabrication and installation crew
Prepares documentation requesting clarification of original design in the form of RFIs and follow up responses
Reads architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical floor plans, section and elevations
Confers with engineer of record and project management staff to revolve problems and explaining
drawings to production or construction teams and providing adjustments as necessary
Travel to various project sites as required.
Perform other duties as required
Comply with all company operating policies, procedures and safety programs
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
The successful BIM/VDC Coordinator will either be a Journeyman Electrician OR have previous successful experience as an Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM /VDC Details, OR have a related experience as an engineer, technical design, or construction management. Please note Education and/or Experience associated with each path.
If already a Journeyman Electrician, the following are required:
Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
Able to provide proof of Journeyman's license
Minimum of 2 years of total drafting experience, with 3 years preferred.
Understanding of all facets of construction blueprint, specifications and Requests for Information (architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and special systems)
Proficient in 3D coordination with other trades
Understanding of basic computer skills (ex. folder structure, emails & attachments, keyboard shortcuts)
Solid working knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks
Working knowledge of BIM 360 Glue, BIM Collaborate, or other model viewing/collaboration software, preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
For those with BIM/VDC Assistant Coordinator, Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM/VDC Detailer or related an engineer, technical design, or construction management experience, the following are required, unless otherwise noted as preferred:
Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years' experience as BIM/VDC Assistant Coordinator; or 5 years' experience as an Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM/VDC Detailer or related an engineer, technical design, or construction management experience using Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
Experience with AutoCAD, BIM 360 Glue, BIM Collaborate, or other model viewing/collaboration software preferred
Understanding of all facets of construction blueprint, specifications and Requests for Information
(architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and special systems)
Knowledgeable in 3D coordination with other trades
Understanding of basic computer skills (ex. folder structure, emails & attachments, keyboard shortcuts)
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES
The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.
Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
Must possess strong problem solving and negotiation skills which enhance teambuilding (as opposed to alienating team members)
Effectively communicates and interacts with all levels of construction site personnel which includes but is not limited to: Project Managers, Foreman, General Foremen, General Contractors, skilled trades as well as Engineers, Architects and sub-contractors, and suppliers. On large projects, may need to effectively interact with Electrical or Mechanical Layout/Coordinators.
Detail oriented, organized, and efficient individual able to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
Must prioritize and organize work in a fast-paced multi-task environment
Must demonstrate commitment to company values.
Must be able to work effectively and independently in an office, construction trailer, or construction job site. This requires the ability to work at different locations, which may include driving between multiple work sites during the day or week. Construction site setting may require working in tunnels, roofs or catwalks.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees and other professionals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands of this position must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for an extended period of time and frequently stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include viewing computer monitors. Some duties in this position are performed under periodically disagreeable working conditions of a jobsite including working outside at times in inclement weather, and exposure to water, dust, dirt, grease, paint fumes, chemicals, and equipment
noise and vibration. Most work is performed in an office environment during normal business hours.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee may work in an office environment, construction trailer, or on a construction job site during construction operation hours. Some duties in this position may be performed under periodically disagreeable working conditions typical of a construction jobsite including working outdoors at times in inclement weather, exposure to water, dust, dirt, grease, pain fumes, chemicals, and equipment noise and vibration. This job may require driving to / from other job or constructions sites, sometimes working at more than one site in a day or during the week. Some jobsites may require working in tunnels, or on roofs or catwalks.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled