Coordinator, VDC

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At EllisDon you will lead digital transformation under Virtual Design & Construction, the most integral part of our Digital Project Delivery strategy. We enable our VDC Coordinators to leverage the latest VDC technology tools in the market to optimize construction project management. Supported by our collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, we allow for our VDC Coordinators to innovate and lead their projects to success. Most importantly, we empower our Coordinators to be the bridge between technology and traditional construction, which is most needed for effective digital transformation and innovation. The Construction industry is slowly embracing change and EllisDon intends to stay at the forefront of this movement by having innovative, engaging, organized, creative and problem solving champions such as yourselves.

You as a VDC Coordinator will:

• Be a part of a project team working in a fast paced environment with project managers, superintendents, and engineers on-site.
• Collaborate with VDC Leadership team to build a BIM Execution Plan and VDC implementation strategy
• Understand the owner BIM / Employers Information Requirements (EIR) and use a custom suite of software tools to prepare model-based deliverables
• Have the freedom and creativity to develop project specific workflows that utilize BIM data for estimating, logistics, planning, scheduling (4D), coordination, field layout, and facilitates management.
• Develop solutions with the project stakeholders by performing model based design and constructability review, clash detection and visualization
• Manage and maintain BIM data generated from various sources throughout design and construction
• Take ownership over coordination meetings with designers, trades, and suppliers
• Work closely with the field team using the intelligent building models to track the progress on site and contribute on the overall project schedules and plans
• Use your 3D Modeling skills to model Architectural, Structural, MEP and Construction Logistic elements as needed for representation, visualization, and coordination.
• Facilitate reality capture, utilizing LiDAR, Drones and 360 Photography for model integration, QA/QC, analysis, and visualization.
• Help your project team navigate the expanding world of construction technology by teaching and mentoring them as they learn new software and workflows.
• Participate in software testing, R&D initiatives and continue personal and professional growth.
• Be a part of the VDC community to build on EllisDon’s rich history of innovation as leaders in the construction industry.

What you will bring to the Team:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a collaborative environment.

• Experience and interest in building structures and structural assemblies and construction will be considered and asset.

• University degree/ Technology Diploma in Engineering, Architecture, M&E or related field.

• 3-5+ years of professional experience with focus on on-site BIM Management, Modeling, and technologies, preferably on site.

• Relevant experience in engineering and/or construction fields, including document production and M&E coordination works.

• An ability to demonstrate competence and relevant experience in Revit, AutoCAD / AutoCAD Civil 3D, Navisworks, Revizto, Autodesk BIM360, ACC, dRofus, Fuzor, cmBuilder, and TwinMotion.

• Experience with 3D Laser Scanning, Drone Photogrammetry, and 360 Photos with Automated Progress Tracking is considered an asset.

• Experience working with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and/or Bluebeam.

• Appropriate level of knowledge interpreting design and construction drawings.

• Passionate about the construction industry and innovation.

• Excellent organization, time management skills and attention to detail.

• BIM-related training or certifications considered an asset (Building Transformations, Building SMART)

• RPAS (Drone) Operator Certification (Or the ability to achieve).

• Self motivated, passionate, innovative, and creative.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.