Vdc/bim Coordinator

VDC/BIM Coordinator

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Reporting to the VDC/BIM Manager the VDC/BIM Coordinator will be responsible for remote and 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 troubleshoot VDC/BIM related issues on site and collaborate with various project stakeholders.

This position is site based in Pickering but may require time in the Mississauga office.

What you will be doing:
General Responsibilities- Perform various project duties related to project VDC/BIM deployment as required.- Perform design coordination and assist in identifying constructability issues with the project team and subcontractors.- Facilitate, in conjunction with the site team, the site logistics plan in a model environment and assist the site team in the development of schedule visualization models.- 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- 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 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 administration of the BIM Execution Plan.

Subcontractor/Trade Coordination- Assist with updating, maintaining, and distributing documents to the field and subcontractors.- Lead model coordination meetings.- Assist in the coordination of models with internal and external subcontractor detailers and modelers.- Record coordination sign offs.

What we are looking for:
- Undergraduate degree 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- 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 ski