VDC Modeler

TOMARCO CONTRACTOR SPECIALTIES LLP•Portland, OR

4d•$20 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

VDC Modeler is an entry-level position for virtual construction within the ISAT Total Support employment structure. The objective is to develop a general knowledge of all ISAT components and technologies, the seismic design and submittal process, and VDC Service Group Deliverables.

Requirements

Associates degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience with increasing responsibility for project components related to BIM.
Proven written and verbal communication abilities.
Demonstrated ability to present technical material.
Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks.
Understand and comply with PDX VDC Service Group time entry and productivity reporting standards within NEXUS.
Communicate with supervisors regarding task status, completion, and any additional information required.
Basic proficiency in Navisworks for model navigation and clash detection. This includes employing actions such as viewpoints and appending files.
Fundamental understanding of Bluebeam for navigation and annotative purposes.
Basic understanding of Revit concepts including model synching, exporting, modeling principles, and documentation tools.
Learn to populate, coordinate, and export all ISAT and CEAS related content in a BIM model.
Understand and create 2D and 3D deliverables consistent with VDC Service Group Standards. This includes, but is not limited to, Custom Engineering Details, Seismic Bracing, Vertical Supports, Point Loads and Geolocation Point Management.
Confirm that submitted work complies with VDC Service Group quality control standards.
Demonstrate a general understanding of construction methods, enabling anticipation of use cases and providing common-sense insights when making decisions on project objectives.
Apply literacy and understanding of engineering details to contribute to project accuracy and quality.
Familiarity with relevant sections of building codes (IBC, OSSC) and knowledge in their application to associated projects.
Adhere to VDC standards for drafting practices to maintain consistency and quality across projects. Demonstrating basic knowledge of proper VDC techniques including knowing when and how lines should cross and what a set of cleanly laid out sheets look like.