BIM / VDC Coordinator

About the role

Chapel Electric Co., LLC (“Chapel”) is a leading electrical services company providing preconstruction, construction, and energy solutions in a variety of markets, including automotive, commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and mission critical. Chapel is one of five Ohio-based business units under parent company Quebe Holdings, Inc.

Responsibilities

• Review and production of 2D and 3D electrical drawings for field installations and coordination with other subcontractor trades.
• Participates in coordination meetings to resolve clashes while maintaining budget, constructability and NEC code requirements.
• Produces shop drawings, cross-sections of underground, conduits and cables and other electrical systems as required for instructions to fabrication and installation crew.
• Prepares documentation requesting clarification of original design in the form of RFIs and follow up responses.
• Reads architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical floor plans, section and elevations.
• Confers with engineer of record and project management staff to revolve problems and explaining drawings to production or construction teams and providing adjustments as necessary.
• Travel to various project sites as required.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures and safety programs.

Qualifications

• The successful BIM/VDC Coordinator will either be a Journeyman Electrician OR have previous successful experience as an Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM /VDC Details, OR have a related experience as an engineer, technical design, or construction management.
• If Already a Journeyman Electrician, The Following Are Required:
  • Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Able to provide proof of Journeyman’s license.
  • Minimum of 2 years of total drafting experience, with 3 years preferred.
  • Understanding of all facets of construction blueprint, specifications and Requests for Information (architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and special systems).
  • Proficient in 3D coordination with other trades.
  • Solid working knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.
  • Working knowledge of BIM 360 Glue, BIM Collaborate, or other model viewing/collaboration software, preferred.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Preferred Required For those with BIM/VDC Assistant Coordinator, Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM/VDC Detailer or related an engineer, technical design, or construction management experience, the following are required, unless otherwise noted as preferred:
  • Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as BIM/VDC Assistant Coordinator; or 5 years’ experience as an Assistant BIM/VDC Detailer, BIM/VDC Detailer or related an engineer, technical design, or construction management experience using Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, BIM 360 Glue, BIM Collaborate, or other model viewing/collaboration software preferred.
  • Understanding of all facets of construction blueprint, specifications and Requests for Information (architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and special systems).
  • Knowledgeable in 3D coordination with other trades.
  • Understanding of basic computer skills (ex. folder structure, emails & attachments, keyboard shortcuts).
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Required Attributes

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
• Must possess strong problem solving and negotiation skills which enhance teambuilding (as opposed to alienating team members).
• Effectively communicates and interacts with all levels of construction site personnel which includes but is not limited to: Project Managers, Foreman, General Foremen, General Contractors, skilled trades as well as Engineers, Architects and sub-contractors, and suppliers.
• Detail oriented, organized, and efficient individual able to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Must prioritize and organize work in a fast-paced multi-task environment.
• Must demonstrate commitment to company values.
• Must be able to work effectively and independently in an office, construction trailer, or construction jobsite.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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