Sr. BIM/VDC Coordinator

SUMMARY

CONTRA COSTA ELECTRIC, INC. has an open position for Senior BIM/VDC Coordinator. The Senior BIM/VDC Coordinator utilizes successful, progressive experience as a BIM/VDC Coordinator to play an integral role in Contra Costa Electric’s VDC team. This individual will work closely with the Project Management team and will be heavily involved in all modeling efforts for 2D and 3D coordination and shop drawings. Multitasks successfully in a fast-paced and sometimes high-pressured construction environment.  This position may oversee a Team when working on large project requiring more than a few BIM/VDC Coordinators or Assistant BIM/VDC Coordinators. May back up or act on behalf of BIM/VDC Manager, as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and production of 3D electrical drawings for field installations and coordination with other sub-contractor trades
• Participates in coordination meetings to resolve clashes while maintaining budget, constructability and NEC  code 
• Produces shop drawings, cross-sections of underground, conduits and cables and other electrical systems as required for instructions to fabrication and installation crew
• Prepares documentation requesting clarification of original design in the form of RFIs and follow up responses
• Reads architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical floor plans, section and elevations
• Confers with engineer of record and project management staff to revolve problems and explaining drawings to production or construction teams and providing adjustments as necessary
• Travel to various project sites as required
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures and safety programs
• Successfully manages a small BIM/VDC team
• Backs up or acts on behalf of the BIM/VDC Manager, when required
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• If already a Journeyman electrician, a total of 5 years’ experience as a BIM/VDC Coordinator is required with 6 or more years preferred OR if not a Journeyman, a total of 6 years’ experience as a BIM/VDC Coordinator is required with 7 or more years preferred. Must also have at least 1 or more years’ experience leading a small team of Coordinators.
• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge of all facets of construction blueprint, specifications and Requests for Information (architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and special systems)
• Proficient in 3D coordination with other trades and able to effectively advise junior BIM/VDC members on developing their proficiencies.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)

• Proficient in basic computer skills (ex. folder structure, emails & attachments, keyboard shortcuts) with more advanced skills preferred and able to coach junior BIM/VDC members on improving basic computer skills and knowledge.
• Proficient in Autodesk (including advanced skills such as family creation and template management required.
• Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks
• Working knowledge of BIM 360 Glue, BIM Collaborate, or other model viewing/collaboration software, preferred

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
• Must possess strong problem solving and negotiation skills which enhance teambuilding (as opposed to alienating team members)
• Effectively communicates and interacts with all levels of construction site personnel which includes but is not limited to: Project Managers, Foremen, General Foremen, General Contractors, skilled trades as well as Engineers, Architects and sub-contractors, and suppliers. On large projects, may need to effectively interact with Electrical or Mechanical Layout/Coordinators.
• Effectively coaches junior members of BIM/VDC team to improve their technical skills and communications effectiveness.
• Effectively supports BIM/VDC Manager in areas of team management, project site deliverables, and other critical aspects of the BIM/VDC department. This may include presenting information in project or departmental meetings.
• Detail oriented, organized, and efficient individual able to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Must prioritize and organize