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Yates is proud to be an industry leader in construction and engineering services. To be a top of class organization, Yates is dedicated to hiring individuals who understand the importance of safety, instills integrity in all aspects of their lives, are passionate about what they do, and committed to providing value to our clients.
VDC Coordinators support project teams and corporate departments in the implementation and use of Virtual Design and Construction tools and processes.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Lead and/or support VDC implementation opportunities in the Marketing, Pursuit, Pre-construction, and Construction phases of a Project
- Manage and implement project setup process
- Lead BIM meetings and design or MEP coordination sessions
- Interact regularly with jobsites and maintain an understanding of project VDC implementations
- Establish, document, and maintain 3D model coordinates
- Create 2D and 3D site logistics phasing plans
- Federate 3D content modeled by others, and model any content not provided
- Laser scan point cloud integrations with Building Information Models
- Create, or assist project staff, in creating and maintaining 4D schedules and simulations
- Assume responsibility for learning the VDC processes and standards; applies them to assigned projects.
- Reads and comprehends construction documents and applies them to VDC processes.
- Provide models and documents necessary to complete scope determined by VDC leadership and project teams.
- Incorporate design updates into project models.
- Analyze models, looking for errors and omissions, and makes corrections as necessary.
- Assist project personnel in the implementation of the VDC goals on their projects through training and support
- Track and report on VDC metrics for each project
- Facilitate ongoing collaboration among VDC personnel including the sharing of best practices and lessons learned
- Participate in speaking opportunities within the industry and focus groups
Basic qualifications for VDC Coordinator candidates include:
- Associates degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in the building industry
- 4+ years' experience working a BIM or VDC-related role, preferably in the construction industry
- Expert level Software knowledge in one or more of the following: Autodesk Revit, Navisworks Manage, AutoCAD, Solibri
- Experience with Trimble ProjectSight and/or Autodesk Construction Cloud
- Familiarity with other BIM tools such as Trimble Sketchup, Civil 3D, 3D Max, Recap Pro, Tekla Structures, Autodesk Point Layout and related tools are also encouraged.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills required (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel specifically)
- Experience in BIM process and software training preferred
- Experience in MEP Coordination strongly preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
- Willingness to work on active construction project sites
Key Markets:
- High rise structures including condominiums, apartments, and office
- Retail
- Industrial manufacturing
- Federal & military construction
- Gaming and entertainment
- Hospitality
The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EOE/Vets/Disabilities/M/F
W.G. Yates & Sons Construction Company performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.
