VDC Coordinator

Rockford•Grand Rapids, MI

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rockford is looking for a key member of the Virtual Design Construction team. This role involves leading the VDC Coordination process and assisting project teams with the implementation of Technology, Building Information Models, and Virtual Design and Construction methodologies.

Requirements

A minimum of one year construction technology experience.
An understanding of basic construction processes, procedures, and technologies.
An understanding of VDC and BIM within a business.
Familiarity with construction management software and cloud platforms.
Familiarity with VDC/BIM software, including but not limited to Navisworks Manage, Revit, Autodesk CAD, SketchUp, etc.
Ability to read drawings, specifications, submittets, etc.
Must have a working knowledge of MS Office, including strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural, Engineering, Construction Management, or Computer Science, preferred.

Responsibilities

Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Work closely with the MEP & VDC Manager to support in-house pre-construction team, design team and project management team with day-to-day and long-term duties, tasks, and training.
Assist with the MEP & VDC Manager in developing/maintaining BIM associated contracts and documents.
Assist with the MEP & VDC Manager in exploring more VDC Applications (4D scheduling, 5D cost, nD, etc.).
Manage and analyze models provided by Architects, Engineers, trade contractors and consultants to identify coordination and constructability issues.
Develop 3D models through Revit as necessary for coordination purpose only.
Collaboratively conduct BIM coordination meetings with construction team, design team and trade contractors.
Manage coordination process, conduct clash detection, visual walkthroughs, and clash-free signoff to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Field Check for QA/QC and provide site reports.
Conduct BIM close-out process, including the final as-built models.
Perform other duties as assigned.