VDC Specialist

Job Overview: Under minimal supervision, the VDC Specialist produces detailed, constructible BIM/VDC shop models and drawings based on contract documents, design criteria, and/or project instructions. These shop drawings are created to maximize productivity throughout all construction phases, typically following the sequence of Setup & Backgrounds, Initial Detailing, System Modeling, Coordination, and Final Detailing. This role includes troubleshooting BIM model queries and may involve providing work direction to other VDC Technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

Setup and Backgrounds:

• Organize and integrate AEC data for use in shop drawings following company standards.
• Set up and manage shop drawing files according to project scope and requirements.

Initial Detailing/System Modeling:

• Create 3D models of piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork systems in line with building codes, construction standards, contract documents, and instructions from project leadership.
• Route piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork systems per company standards.
• Accurately represent all components and systems according to company standards.
• Identify and communicate issues that require clarification to project leadership.

Coordination:

• Coordinate piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork systems with other trades.
• Reroute piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork as necessary to resolve conflicts.
• Produce sign-off record drawings.

Final Detailing:

• Add final text, tags, and dimensions to complete shop drawings and other supporting details as per company standards.
• Prepare final piping/plumbing spool sheets, Bill of Materials (BOM), or MAJ files as required.
• Make revisions as needed per Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) feedback.
• May prepare equipment take-offs and buyout item lists.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May provide work direction, training, and/or mentoring to other detailers, depending on project size and scope.
• Contribute to the organization's desired safety and work culture.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of AEC industry or trade-specific experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 6+ years of drafting/design experience in the piping, plumbing, or sheet metal industry or relevant AEC experience with BIM/CAD training.
• Strong working knowledge of construction practices, with an emphasis on mechanical systems preferred.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk Fabrication, or Navisworks.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of building codes specific to piping and plumbing industries (for those specializing in these systems).