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BIM/VDC Coordinator

Bird Construction

Edmonton
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This position is based on sites in the Edmonton area.

Responsibilities

General Responsibilities

  • Perform various project duties related to project VDC/BIM deployment and scanning.
  • Perform design coordination and assist in identifying constructability issues with the project team and subcontractors.
  • Develop documentation for Reality Capture governance, standards, best practices and hardware/software standards.
  • Facilitate, in conjunction with the site team, the site logistics plan in a model environment
  • Responsible as “Model Administrator” for assigned projects.
  • Assist training project staff and subcontractors on VDC/BIM related software and workflows as required.
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the BIM/VDC Manager.

Ensure model accuracy for project specific requirements

  • Drive the usage of 3D Laser Scanning technologies for business development and construction.
  • Collect, process, align, clean, analyze and format 360-degree HD imagery and point cloud date acquired from the 3D laser scanner.
  • Utilize Scan to BIM to create Revit models of the existing conditions as and when required by the business. 
  • Maintain and facilitate models including structure, interior and exterior architectural elements and MEP systems.
  • Coordinate with BIM service providers and subcontractors.
  • Assist in the model development process to illustrate contractor questions and solutions.
  • Coordinate 3D laser scans/point cloud models.
  • Accumulate facilities management related information from project stakeholders for incorporation into VDC/BIM model.
  • Distribute new and revised models as applicable to Change Management documentation.
  • Compile contract VDC close out documentation as assigned.

Schedule Visualization

  • Work with the project team to develop and implement schedule visualization workflows. 
  • Educate and guide the site team on the workflows related to schedule visualization.‍
  • Prepare 4D simulations on an ad-hoc basis.

Consultant and Trade Coordination

  • Assist the project teams to develop a healthy dialog with consultants and designers.
  • Facilitate the timely and orderly collection and/or coordination of all consultant BIM models.
  • Coordinate with consultant Model Managers and Coordinators, to clarify and update consultant design models.
  • Lead model coordination meetings. 
  • Assist in the creation and administration of the BIM Execution Plan.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture
  • Completion of Construction Management Certificate Program or equivalent an asset
  • 2-5 years’ experience working with VDC/BIM related software, primarily Revit 
  • Construction knowledge and/or related work experience an asset
  • Ability to read and understand plans and specifications
  • Knowledge of Autodesk software and related VDC software products is and asset.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, and a general understanding of MS Project/Primavera P6
  • Ability to exercise discretion, judgment, and work with a degree of autonomy
  • Highly motivated individual who embraces initiative and is results-oriented
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills and strong customer service orientation
  • Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals
  • Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment
  • Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them
  • Strong organization, analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Reporting to the Director, Operations, VDC Manager and the VDC/BIM Coordinator will oversee on-site Virtual Design and Construction (VDC)/Building Information Modeling (BIM), related project coordination, including model coordination with consultant and trade contractors. They will also facilitate the implementation of Digital Construction amongst the project team.

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Posted on
Oct 11, 2022
Application due is
Nov 11, 2022