Senior VDC Modeler

MMC Contractors

$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of related work experience required.
  • Revit experience required, with knowledge of Autodesk BIM 360 Design Basics.
  • Ability to lead a team of VDC Modelers and Technicians.
  • Familiarity with installation practices using Autodesk Navisworks Manage for spatial coordination.
  • Basic understanding of governing codes and standards relevant to project scope.

Responsibilities

  • Produce detailed technical documents using Revit and Fabrication CADMEP.
  • Size plumbing and HVAC pipe, ensuring material and connection accuracy.
  • Oversee the setup of Revit projects to adhere to company standards.
  • Track and manage VDC schedules and budgets efficiently.
  • Maintain document control for all VDC deliverables.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment focusing on teamwork and professional growth.
  • Opportunities for mentoring and guiding junior team members.
  • Commitment to continued education and training for professional development.
  • Promotion of a strong safety culture within all projects and office settings.
Full Job Description
Nature of Work

Produce graphical representation of specified design information using Revit into detailed working technical documents. Review engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Basic 3D modeling & drafting using Autodesk Revit, Fabrication CADMEP, and Autodesk AutoCAD. A VDC Modeler will be expected to model with manufacturer specific content.
  • Size plumbing pipe and HVAC pipe; this position will be expected to learn the basic material and connection options for common mechanical pipe and plumbing pipe.
  • Building/Manipulating Revit Families.
  • Produce graphical representation of specified design information on drawings.
  • Work with other team members to complete design, drawings and models as required.
  • Work with both field and shop teams to facilitate project communication.
  • Maintain training and continued education.


In addition to the above, this position is responsible for the following:

  • Management of both VDC Schedule and VDC project budget.
  • Tracking any VDC issues throughout the coordination process.
  • Advanced 3D modeling & drafting using Autodesk Revit and Fabrication CADMEP.
  • Oversee Revit Project Setup to ensure company standards are withheld
  • Sizing plumbing pipe and HVAC pipe
  • Maintain Document Control for all VDC Deliverables
  • Building/Manipulating Revit Families
  • Produce graphical representation of specified design information on drawings
  • Work with other team members to complete design, drawings and models as required.
  • Mentor individuals with less experience so that they can advance their careers
  • Maintain training and continued education
  • Promote the company safety culture and safety awareness throughout the company, projects, or office.
  • Exercise initiative or, as directed, perform additional duties to meet the needs of the organization.


INFLUENCING OTHERS

  • Inspires a sense of team in the work environment. Utilizes communication and conflict resolution skills to help foster teamwork and collaboration. Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude, maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Helps communicate and explain goals. Encourages and motivates team performance and productivity in support of the supervisor's direction and leadership.
  • Reviews scheduling and work assignments to assist supervisor with effective resource management.
  • Provides on-the-job guidance and willingly shares subject matter expertise in order to support team member learning and development.
  • Demonstrates willingness and ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally to obtain information or solve problems in support of the team's goals.
  • Demonstrates positive approaches to adapting to change. Supports corporate and work program and/or department change initiatives.


Qualifications

  • Ability to lead a team of multiple VDC Modelers and VDC Technicians
  • Ability to work closely with Design Consultants in a Design-Assist Environment
  • Ability to assist Preconstruction/Estimating in both design and mock-up scenarios
  • Ability to ensure that your VDC Project team is modeling with the most accurate content based on project submittals and PVF Matrix
  • Ability to work directly with MMC Project Management and Fabrication Shop teams to ensure communication between VDC and Field teams
  • Revit experience Required
  • Autodesk BIM 360 Design Basics
  • Knowledge of Autodesk Point Layout
  • Microsoft Office Basics
  • Basic use of Bluebeam Revu: PDF document comparison, mark-up, and collaboration tool
  • Basic familiarity with governing codes and standards as it relates to a project's scope of work
  • Familiarity of installation practices Interface and model navigation skills in Autodesk Navisworks Manage; used for spatial coordination between trades
  • Understanding of P&ID's and Flow Diagrams Understand of system layouts Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
  • Ability to deliver quality through attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Listening skills
  • Ability to adapt to change
  • Ability to be proactive and resourceful
  • Ability to follow-up on inquiries in a timely manner
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects


Education

  • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
  • Five years of field training or apprenticeship school preferred


Experience

  • 5+ years of related work experience required.
  • Other technical experience such as military, public service, on the job training programs, etc. may meet this requirement as determined by local management


Physical Demands and Working Environment

  • Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
  • Normal office environment
  • Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing, and Typing on Computer Screen
  • Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder

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