VDC Intern

The Lee Construction Group, Inc.•Charlottesville, VA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

As an intern in our VDC Department your responsibilities will include assisting with all projects in the Virtual Design Construction department, with the multiple divisions of the company. These include but are not limited to the following: Create drawings that exhibit the detail and method of assembly for a variety of projects. Utilize Tekla, AutoCAD, Revit, and other detailing and design software Participate in designing layout of a multitude of structural components for large scale structures, such as parking decks, hospitals, dormitories, etc. Work closely with the Senior VDC Manager and Project Managers and Project Engineers to assist with project coordination and meetings.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Be currently enrolled in post-secondary education program.
Demonstrate strong and consistent written and oral communication skills. Able to ask thoughtful questions and take a collaborative approach to problem solving.
Read, Understand, and Interpret Building Plans (Architectural and Structural)
Understand Key Construction Documents, including Geotech Reports, Drawings and Specifications, Submittals, RFI's, Field Reports/Inspection Reports, Punch Lists/Deficiency Logs, and Contractor's Daily Reports
Make corrections on drawings and models as indicated on RFI's
Miscellaneous Tracking Logs
Digital Filing Protocol - Structure, Nomenclature, etc.
Assist Team with Submission of Submittals and Shop Drawings
Current/Updated Drawing Set and Drawing Log
Submittal and RFI Assistance
Understand Working Drawings as well as Shop Drawings
Able to take hand sketches and create Shop Drawings
The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, with 1-hour lunch break.
Organization and attention to detail. Ability to establish an effective personal organization system.
Dependable and punctual for all work-related commitments.
Demonstrate a learning orientation. Willing to pursue related educational and training opportunities with intellectual curiosity for job performance improvement on an on-going basis.
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Project, and experience or ability to learn industry specific tools such as Procore and Bluebeam. Ability to achieve proficiency with new technology solutions.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude, professional demeanor and perform well under project constraints and deadlines.
Commitment to high ethical standards and sound business practices, upholding the core values of pioneering, honorable, professional in their personal presentation, leadership, communications, and actions.
Demonstrate a strong safety focus; belief that the safety and health of all employees is not just about compliance, but about ensuring that everyone makes it home safely every day. Has knowledge to identify general safety hazards anticipated for the scope of work they are managing and ensure that subcontractors are aligned with our Safety for Life culture.

Responsibilities

Create drawings that exhibit the detail and method of assembly for a variety of projects.
Utilize Tekla, AutoCAD, Revit, and other detailing and design software
Participate in designing layout of a multitude of structural components for large scale structures, such as parking decks, hospitals, dormitories, etc.
Work closely with the Senior VDC Manager and Project Managers and Project Engineers to assist with project coordination and meetings.

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