Senior VDC Specialist

Role Summary

The position of Virtual Design Construction (VDC) Specialist III is to create 3D Models of electrical components for construction projects within the specified schedule as a senior team contributor. The specialist will communicate and work closely with the VDC team, especially the VDC Supervisor, as well as Project Managers, and Field Supervisors as needed to coordinate the layout of electrical components as required for the projects. Coordination will be required with other Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Trade Partners and General Contractors, with oversight. Work also requires occasional 2D drafting, detailing, Total Station point drawings and other miscellaneous document work.

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant’s Heart – Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom – Insightful, Integrity – Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage – Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility – Modest and Respectful, Passion – Unfailing Dedication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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Time

3D BIM Modeling:

• Model 3D elements from start to finish for electrical work on construction projects within specified schedule. 
• Coordinate drawings with needs of project working with field supervisor with limited VDC supervision 
• Finish drawings per established project schedule
• Provide final install drawings to project management for field personnel with limited supervision 
• Provide final as-built models to project management for general contractor for delivery to owner
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to less skilled VDC Team members as a back up to VDC Supervisor
• Distribute task to less experienced VDC Team members assigned to a specific project with you

40%

Clash Detection and Resolution:

• Individually resolve clashes with other trade and building models

15%

Project Coordination Meetings:

• Attend project coordination meetings with General Contractor, MEP Trade Contractors, Architect and Engineers as scheduled/required to keep current of project developments, milestones and timelines

§ Attend project coordination meetings described above, potentially as the exclusive representative, to work through and resolves clashes and model conflicts. 

15%

Software Maintenance and Knowledge:

• Maintain all required software licenses required to complete work
• Keep current of new software as becomes available to replace, supplement and enhance existing software programs in order to make work more effective
• Create and utilize Revit families and templates
• Provide recommendations on standard operating procedures within the team

5%

2D CAD Drafting:

• Create 2D drawings of electrical work as required for details, prefabrication, one-lines, 2D layouts and as-built drawings as required for projects as needed
• Total Station point drawings with limited supervision
• As-Built drawings as required

5%

Project Documentation:

• Keep detailed and current records of all project work including but not limited to drawings, correspondence and schedules
• Maintain and update drawing and all project files

5%

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination:

§ Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.

§ Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others, and bringing it to their attention.

§ Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.

§ Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.

§ Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.

Financial

LIMITS OF AUTHORITY: Financial limits of authority for bidding, contracts, change orders, and lien waivers may be viewed by the incumbent in a secured, limited access, area of the Pieper website www.pieperpower.com. It is the employee’s responsibility to stay current on these limits of authority.

Qualifications and Requirements

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This position requires a detail oriented employee with a passion for creating 3D models. Must have a desire to work in a team-based environment and contribute immediately. ​

§ Associates degree in Architectural Technology or related construction degree (or construction experience) is preferred

§ 5+ years’ experience in Virtual Design Construction working with Revit and AutoCAD

§ Electrical contracting/construction experience preferred.

§ Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Navisworks, and Microsoft Suite software

§ Preferred experience in One Model and BlueBeam

§ Proficiency within the Microsoft Suite (Office 365 and One Drive included) is required

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

Provide knowledge, skills and availabilities needed to perform the jobs (i.e. language, software applications, etc.)

§ Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable

§ Knowledge of electrical construction preferred

§ Able to read construction documents

§ Strong written and verbal communication skills

§ Self-motivated, independent thinker quick to pick up design concepts

§ Detail oriented and organized person able to manage priorities with awareness of deadlines and expectations

§ Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and customer requirements and to assist team members

§ Meet established standards

§ Team player with a solid work ethic and professional attitude working in alignment with company values.