VDC Coordinator (Virtual Design & Construction)

Job Description

Job Description

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description:

Meade is growing and seeking experienced professionals across multiple career levels to join our team. We anticipate hiring several individuals for this position and welcome applicants from anywhere within the United States. Candidates will be considered for the level that best aligns with their experience, skills, and qualifications.

Meade is seeking VDC Coordinators who will be responsible for supporting Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes throughout the project lifecycle. Working under the guidance of VDC leadership, this position assists with model development, clash detection, coordination activities, and project documentation to improve project visualization, collaboration, and constructability.

VDC Coordinators serve as a liaison between design teams, project teams, and field operations, helping ensure model accuracy and reducing potential construction conflicts through proactive coordination and quality control.

Job Duties:

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and field teams to support VDC and BIM project objectives.

• Develop, update, and maintain accurate 3D models in accordance with project requirements and company standards.

• Assist with model coordination activities, including model reviews, clash detection, issue tracking, and resolution support.

• Utilize BIM and other digital construction technologies to improve project visualization, communication, and collaboration.

• Support the creation and maintenance of project-specific BIM documentation, workflows, and coordination deliverables.

• Assist with the preparation and management of federated models and coordination files in Navisworks and other VDC platforms.

• Perform model quality control reviews to ensure compliance with company standards, project requirements, and client expectations.

• Troubleshoot basic Revit and Navisworks issues and escalate more complex technical challenges as needed.

• Support project teams with model-based construction coordination, constructability reviews, and field implementation efforts.

• Assist with training and knowledge sharing related to BIM standards, software tools, and project workflows.

• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in VDC and BIM.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance VDC processes, workflows, and project delivery.

Lead Roles:

• Serve as the primary BIM/VDC point person, managing VDC support for multiple projects and leading VDC teams.

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) in accordance with company standards.

• Create and manage federated models, ensuring content from all disciplines is integrated and coordination issues are identified, tracked, and resolved.

• Lead clash detection meetings, facilitate internal and external coordination reviews, and ensure alignment with design intent and project goals.

• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for Revit and Navisworks, including model performance, worksharing, family management, linked models, and coordination workflows.

• Oversee model maintenance, quality control, and adherence to company BIM standards across projects.

• Create and customize Revit schedules, including filters, sorting and grouping, calculated values, formatting, and project-specific reporting requirements.

• Train, mentor, and develop Modelers, Drafters, and junior VDC staff in Revit, Navisworks, coordination workflows, and BIM best practices.

• Support field layout, constructability reviews, and multidisciplinary coordination efforts throughout project execution.Prepare meeting minutes, track coordination issues, and manage BIM-related RFIs and action items.

• Manage VDC-related project scope, schedules, and budgets.

• Oversee multiple complex projects or large project portfolios simultaneously.

• Evaluate VDC processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement technologies, workflows, and standards that enhance project delivery.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of regional and national VDC standards, processes, and strategy.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in VDC, BIM coordination, design technology, construction, engineering, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred.
• Working knowledge of Revit, including creating and modifying models, views, sheets, families, and project documentation.
• Familiarity with Navisworks for model review, coordination, and clash detection.
• Understanding of BIM workflows and multidisciplinary coordination processes.
• Ability to identify and resolve basic modeling and coordination issues.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, software platforms, and VDC best practices.

Lead Minimum Qualifications: (includes all of the above plus the below)

• 4+ years of experience in VDC, BIM coordination, design technology, construction, engineering, or a related field.

• Advanced proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and other relevant VDC/BIM software.

• Demonstrated experience performing BIM coordination, model integration, clash detection, and multidisciplinary coordination workflows.