BIM Coordinator, Buildings | Mechanical Contractor | Toronto / Vancouver | Outpost Recruitment

Mechanical Contractor; Toronto, Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Outpost Recruitment is partnering with a mechanical contractor to hire a BIM Coordinator for institutional and commercial projects in Vancouver, BC. The role is full-time and permanent, with a salary range of $80,000 to $100,000 per year.

Responsibilities include developing construction coordination drawings, coordinating HVAC/electrical models, preparing interference plans, and supporting project teams with 3D modeling and fabrication drawings.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Drafting or relevant technical diploma.
• 3+ years of experience with BIM software including REVIT, ArchiCAD, Bentley, NavisWorks, Digital Project, ProjectWise, Vico, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Google SketchUp.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
• Experience with Design, Manufacturing, Construction & Building Operations.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop construction coordination drawings from concepts and data.
• Coordinate HVAC/electrical models with construction teams.
• Prepare coordination/interference plans and drawings for new and upgrade projects.
• Support project teams with 3D information for estimating, planning and field layout.
• Ensure designs meet code requirements and standards; produce installable models.
• Create fabrication and installation drawings for offsite fabrication.

Skills

BIM software

Read drawings

Coordination

MS Office

Construction knowledge

3D modeling

Communication

Education

Engineering/ drafting degree or diploma

Tools

REVIT

ArchiCAD

Bentley

NavisWorks

AutoCAD

Tri mble for site layouts

Job description

Mechanical contractor seeking motivated BIM Coordinator for institutional and commercial projects in Vancouver BC. Salary range $80,000 – $100,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Responsibilities of BIM Coordinator:

• Develop and prepare construction coordination drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, specification sheets and other data.
• works with the construction teams to facilitate collaboration and communication for the designing and modeling of the entire HVAC/electrical systems for projects.
• Assist with the preparation of construction coordination/interference plans and other drawings for new construction and upgrade/rebuild projects.
• BIM Coordinator will be motivated, multi-faceted technically inclined person who enjoys working on a wide variety of tasks, is quick to learn, and is keen to make a significant contribution.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Construction Managers to develop project specific processes for creating 3D information for the purpose of estimating, logistics, planning, scheduling, coordination, field layout and/or facilitates management.
• Ensure designs conform to applicable standards; perform system modelling that is installable and relevant to meet code requirements
• Supports foremen and project managers to produce coordination drawings and BIM models.
• Develop the coordination drawings into Fabrication and installation drawings to enable offsite fabrication of the piping components.
• Work with other engineers and technicians on the team on larger projects.
• Support the project manager, project team and site superintendents in any administrative project functions
• Attend site meetings and visit job sites as required to support the project team
• Participate in our company operational meetings, as required.

Qualifications of BIM Coordinator:

• Post-Secondary degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Drafting or relevant technical diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• BIM Coordinator will have 3+ years of experience working with BIM software including; REVIT, ArchiCAD, Bentley, NavisWorks, Digital Project, ProjectWise, Vico, and AutoCAD, Navisworsk, Google sketchup, or other 3D systems experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
• Experience and knowledge of Design, Manufacturing, Construction & Building Operations
• Demonstrated understanding of architectural/structural drafting and ability to read and interpret architectural and structural construction documents and specifications
• Knowledge of field installation means and methods of structural components
• Demonstrated mechanical trades experience is an asset (sheet metal, piping, etc.)
• Previous experience working in the construction would be an asset
• Specific design or coordination experience with structural and M&E systems would be an asset.
• Experience with Trimble for site layouts and sleeving is an asset.
• Detail oriented and ability to work within tight timelines
• Well organized with an ability to effectively set and manage competing priorities
• Effective communicator with the ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels
• Sense of urgency and drive to succeed. Must be comfortable working within a deadline driven, fast paced environment
• Resourceful, energetic and able to manage multiple priorities

Ideal Candidate:

Only candidates with authorisation to work in Canada will be considered.

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.