Senior VDC Associate

Engineering data centers with precision and expertise. At Strategic Mission Critical, we are more than just engineers; we are experts focusing solely on mission critical facilities. Our seasoned leadership team brings together decades of experience, equipping data center providers worldwide with robust, reliable solutions that keep pace with the evolving digital landscape. As demand for high-performance infrastructure accelerates - fueled by AI and the expanding digital landscape - SMC continues to lead through technical rigor and operational excellence. We’re seeking leaders who think beyond projects to improve the way we deliver them: individuals who elevate people, process, and performance across the firm. We’re looking for a hands-on Senior VDC Associate who brings both strong production capabilities and leadership presence. This role is ideal for someone who is highly proficient in Revit-based MEP modeling coordination and is ready to take ownership of complex projects while mentoring others. This is a hands-on role where you'll be actively involved in modeling and production while also leading coordination workflows, driving clash detection efforts, and supporting the development of junior team members. Responsibilities: * Utilize Autodesk Revit to produce and oversee 3D models and shop drawings for MEP systems * Lead coordination efforts across projects, including clash detection workflows and resolution * Facilitate and lead coordination/clash meetings with internal teams, contractors, and clients

• Translate MEP design drawings into constructible, field-ready models
• Mentor and support junior VDC designers, providing guidance on modeling

standards and workflows

• Identify and escalate RFIs, helping drive resolution across stakeholders
• Ensure deliverables are accurate, complete, and aligned with project

requirements and deadlines * Partner with external design teams, contractors, and clients to resolve complex coordination challenges * Maintain awareness of client expectations and construction workflows to improve model quality and usability Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in VDC, BIM, or related modeling roles
• Advanced, hands-on Revit experience (daily production required)
• Experience with Navisworks for clash detection and coordination
• Proven experience leading coordination efforts and resolving multi-discipline

conflicts

• Experience working in collaborative environments with multiple linked models
• Ability to read and interpret MEP design drawings and apply design intent
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong communication skills, including experience interacting with external

partners and clients Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on mission critical projects (data centers preferred)
• Strong electrical background
• Autodesk Revit certification (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional: Revit)

preferred * Background in consulting engineering or design environments Compensation

• $90,000 - $110,000+ / year
• Depending on experience, education, skills, and/or location

Benefits: SMC offers a competitive benefits package, with a 36-hour standard work week (1/2 day Fridays), hybrid working arrangement, 13 paid holidays, 100% coverage of medical, health, and dental insurance premiums for our full-time employees, and reimbursement of professional licensing costs. Spouse and family insurance premiums are subsidized by SMC. All full-time employees are additionally eligible for employer-sponsored life and long-term disability insurance as well as participation in our 401(k) plan, with annual safe harbor contribution. BIM Revit VC Virtual Construction Virtual Design and Construction Designer Austin Texas Atlanta Georgia We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.