Leopardo is one of the nation’s largest and most respected construction firms, building world-class facilities with innovative, environmentally-friendly processes. We are considered “best in class” by our clients and peers, and the media consistently ranks us among the top builders in the United States. For more than three decades, Leopardo has been recognized for consistently performing at the very top of the industry. Our reputation for outstanding customer service stems from our mission to passionately pursue construction excellence. Our long-standing commitment to continuous improvement comes with a healthy obsession with quality. This approach transforms our operations and customer service, helping us become the construction provider of choice in all our specialized markets: healthcare, interiors, retail, cinema, hospitality, office, industrial, residential and municipal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

The VDC Coordinator is responsible for assisting project teams, preconstruction, and self-perform with the implementation of Technology, Building Information Models and Virtual Design and Construction methodologies. The VDC Coordinator needs to be knowledgeable about the latest approaches in the field and can drive the implementation of these technologies on construction projects. The successful candidate must have solid knowledge of and experience with computer software, construction methods and practices, as well as Virtual Design and Construction systems.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement VDC/BIM processes and procedures on the project.
• Adapt design-intent models for construction management purposes as necessary, including modifying and supplementing design intent Revit models
• Create structural models in Revit to facilitate VDC processes.
• Create models, renderings, and animations to illustrate project approach and demonstrate BIM capabilities during pursuits.
• Support the MEP Coordinators by organizing model data, configuring data transfer systems, adhering to coordination processes and procedures, and documenting project coordination information.Review subcontractors’ fabrication and shop drawings, models and related information, providing them direction as needed to incorporate their work into the shared project model.
• Help to identify constructability problems and propose solutions.
• Assist with identifying design change challenges and coordination challenges.
• Administer BIM/VDC Quality Control procedures, which includes ensuring project teams and VDC Specialists, adhere to specified VDC plans, as well as update those plans as required during the lifecycle of the project.
• Support project team members, preconstruction staff, and other non-VDC specialists with using VDC /BIM.
• Maintain regular updates to VDC-related project schedules, assess potential BIM-related schedule issues, review subcontractor BIM coordination schedules for compliance with the overall project schedule.
• Assist with reality capture technologies and other field measurements to develop data-rich models of existing conditions.
• Assist with digital layout by following procedures to create as-built models, reconcile design-intent models to as-built conditions, and support self-perform and project teams with field coordination and lay-out.

Leadership Competencies:

Results Oriented

Customer Centered

Two-way Communication

Building Relationships

Critical Thinking and Decision Making

Adaptability and Change Leadership

Technical/Functional Expertise

Supervisory Requirements: None.

Education / Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Architecture, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.

Experience in construction, architecture or engineering.

Familiarity with the following software is preferred: AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360 Apps.

Able to read drawings, specifications, building codes, and other technical product and material specifications, as well as interpret and manage VDC contractual obligations and responsibilities.

Thorough understanding of common building systems and related means and methods.

Expertise with construction coordination processes is strongly preferred.

Must be a self-motivated individual who works well with multi-disciplinary teams in deadline-driven environment.

Good communication skills.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: A valid driver’s license is a necessity.

Physical Demands: Representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

This is largely a sedentary role performed in a professional office setting. The employee is consistently required to talk or hear; stand, walk and sit in combination and / or sequence; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; have adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; keyboard, write and read. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 25 pounds; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment: Representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

This job operates in a controlled indoor environment where the noise level is usually quiet. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Limitation and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and / or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Employment-at-Will: This document does not create an employment contract, either express or implied.   All employment is employment-at-will.

Benefits:

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision program
Life Insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Long Term Care
IRS 125 Plan
PTO and paid holidays
Profit sharing plan
401k plan
529 college savings plan
Complimentary chair massages
Annual service and special recognition awards
Friday hours
Professional training and development
Annual employee team-building and training retreats
Bereavement time off
Company-paid annual employee golf outing
Company-issued, network accessible cell phones
Local health club and child care discounts
Various charitable activities