BIM / VDC Specialist

BIM/VDC Specialist

Raleigh, Greensboro, or Charlotte, NC

Required Skills –

• Two or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience a must.
• One year mission critical BIM modeling experience.
• Emphasis in problem solving and analytical thinking.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Proficient in Blue Beam, Revit MEP and Navisworks.
• Experience with electrical layout in Revit preferred.
• Passion to learn and constant desire for improvement.

Responsibilities

Adams Electric supports our own In-House Virtual Design Construction (VDC) Team. The VDC Team consists of Building Information Modeling (BIM) staff and technology that integrates construction teams, systems, business models and construction practices into a collaborative process that adds value to our clients.

The VDC/BIM Specialist will be responsible for overseeing specific high-priority jobs that require special attention.

Must have excellent communication skills, be a team player, be able to receive and implement direction from Managers, and be able to work to resolve problems in a professional manner.

The job(s) covered by the specialist will be independent of the direct, day-to-day oversight of the VDC/BIM Manager, but will still be subject to the VDC/BIM Manager's review, approval and support.

The Specialist will be expected to handle the majority of the layout, input, coordination, shop drawing creation, and as-builts for the job(s) they are assigned to, but will be provided with help from additional BIM team members when needed. They are expected to keep the VDC/BIM Manager up to date regarding the current status of the job(s) in order to facilitate effective allocation of resources within the BIM Department.

The following list outlines some of the day to day duties that the VDC/BIM Specialist will be expected to address:

General

• Ensure all IPD and LOD meet contract requirements and owner satisfaction
• Maintain knowledge of the latest Revit and Navisworks systems
• Coordinate all layout and design of electrical systems in accordance with contract documents and Electrical Code
• Conduct thorough clash detection studies and communicate to the project team effectively and quickly
• Produce 3D models using the latest information in dimensions, design specifications, materials and quantities
• Develop BIM models to present graphic walk-throughs using Navisworks and Showcase
• Produce construction documents and drawings from BIM/3D models

Design Build / Design Assist

• Work collaboratively with Engineers and Preconstruction Team, often prior to a fully set of engineered drawings is provided
• Assist with creation of electrical construction documents for design-build projects including, but not limited to development of one-line drawing, mechanical and equipment load calculations, lighting and power layouts
• Collaborate with engineer of record on constructability of electrical room layouts, rack and feeder layouts and lighting layouts
• Develop coordination studies and collaborative scheduling while working with other trades
• Provide onsite project engineering for BIM projects and oversee all field installation monitoring efficiency, accuracy, and changes
• Provide quantity takeoff, bill of materials and schedules from BIM/3D models
• Work collaboratively with Vendors on projects to utilize the latest advances in electrical manufacturing, design, and Modeling data.
• Assist project managers and superintendents in laying out work prior to design
• Provide technical support to project managers onsite and ensure all digital BIM documentation is current and available to the management team on or ahead of schedule

Other Duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.