VDC Technician I - Seismic

Job Description

Job Description

Join our Team! Our employees are thriving both inside and outside of the office. We are growing faster than ever and it's not because of what we do, but how we do it. It's simple, our employees are our greatest asset. We value them and give them every reason to stay happy and motivated. We perform at high levels, fueled by an eclectic team. We boast a fun, energizing workplace with an emphasis on innovation, teamwork, quality work, and customer satisfaction.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: Competitive based on Individual Experience
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401K Program with Matching
• $100K Life Insurance
• Accelerated Growth Opportunities
• Access to the Largest Construction Projects
• Nationwide Offices
• A Competitive and Rewarding Environment
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

YOUR CAREER STARTS HERE!

ABOUT US:  Tomarco Contractor Specialties LLP, (dba ISAT Total Support) is a pioneer in MEP subcontractor services, blending engineering expertise, manufacturing experience, and wholesale distribution. Since 1977, our commitment to innovation has led to cost reduction, faster installation, and a safer working environment for projects of all sizes worldwide. Our dynamic team of over 700 professionals specializes in MEP support design, technical VDC (Virtual Design and Construction), project management, detailing, project support, and more. We offer holistic solutions for projects of any size, and believe in a collaborative approach that streamlines the design and construction process, reducing project completion times.

Headquartered in Southern California, ISAT also has offices in Northern California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Georgia, North Carolina, Chicago, Atlanta, New York, Texas, and Puerto Rico. Additional expansion is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

• Interdepartmental Communication:
  • Communicate effectively with VDC project lead, Project managers (PMs), clients, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project operations.
  • Resolve conflicts and facilitate collaboration between different teams to achieve project goals.
• Seismic Proficiency:
  • Advanced knowledge in Seismic Design. This includes the ability to manage a scope of work and correctly design and model using all resources.
  • Act as a VDC Lead for future projects.
  • Train new hires and help the VDC Technicians with their comments and concerns.
  • Look over completed scopes of work and identify errors. 
  • Have a direct line of communication to the PM for all issues related to the project. 
  • Advanced knowledge of Seismic terminology.
  • The ability to create a working model for a new scope of work with limited errors. 
  • Advanced knowledge of all ISAT manuals and details.
  • Expert understanding of the ISAT workflow to ensure a clash free model. 
  • Confidence in the ability to contact the customer and join meetings. 
  • Expert knowledge in the Bracing Legend and SDF sheet. This includes creating the SDF through the contract drawings, creating the Legend and correctly filling out the Job Data.
  • Advanced knowledge of scheduling and printing sheets at the end of the scope of work. 
  • Ability to create a working model that adheres to ISAT VDC Standards.
• Leadership:
  • Provide VDC Service Group education to new hires, covering fundamental concepts and tools necessary for project execution.
  • Provide leadership in modeling oversight and project scheduling to optimize team performance. 
  • Foster long-term association with more than one personnel to impart necessary information for their growth.
• Task Completion and Coordination:
  • Proactively identify and resolve conflicts to maintain project momentum and foster collaboration. This includes assessing current workflows and ascertain changes or necessary additions to improve them. 
  • Correct use of naming conventions for all Seismic related content. 
  • Be in communication with the PM and group Manager for all issues at the first instance so it can be resolved quickly.
  • Coordinate task completion, model synching, and other project activities with peers to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
  • Conduct peer checks and ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices for clash detection and model coordination. This includes demonstrating experience with niche clash and the ability to provide resolutions.
  • Utilize task coordination techniques to manage workloads efficiently and effectively. 
  • Use data points to produce documentation on current processes using KPIs and other performance metrics.
• BIM360 and Engineering Proficiency:
  • Possess an intermediate understanding of BIM360 and basic engineering details to support project requirements. 
  • Demonstrate intermediate model navigation and knowledge within Navisworks, Bluebeam, and ISAT specific tools. 
  • Engage Stratus to compile and deliver takeoffs to relevant personnel. 
  • Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures such as cursory checks, accuracy scans, and peer reviews on deliverables prior to submittal.
• Construction Industry Knowledge: 
  • Demonstrate a general understanding of construction method standard and building codes to determine application and provide practical insights into decision-making processes.
  • Capability to model seismic bracing in Revit and evaluate constructability of proposed implementations. Provide insight and solutions to errors discovered throughout the process.
  • Familiarity with ISAT products and solutions, including ISAT hardware and engineered solutions. Demonstrating advanced knowledge of proper VDC techniques and ISAT specific problems.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 3 years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience with increasing responsibility for project components related to BIM. 
• Demonstrated ability to present technical material. Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.

• Knowledge of building codes, LEAN construction techniques, and LEED principles.

• Should specifically be proficient with BIM computer applications such as Navisworks Manage, Autodesk Point Layout, Trimble, Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD and BIMTrack.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and educate team members effectively.

• With 2+ years’ experience, the VDC Specialist I is   an intermediate position for virtual construction within the ISAT Total Support employment structure. Their objective is to effectively populate, coordinate design models and export any other project related information for the VDC Service Group. Additionally, VDC Specialist I should be an informational and quality control resource within the VDC Service Group. 

• High level of attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality, and a critical eye for design.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 

Further Qualifications - The successful candidate must also pass a background check.

• *Equal Employment Opportunity