BIM Coordinator, Buildings | Mechanical Contractor | Vancouver – Outpost Recruitment

Outpost Recruitment; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated BIM Coordinator to join their team for exciting institutional and commercial projects in Vancouver. This full-time permanent role involves developing construction coordination drawings, facilitating collaboration among construction teams, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in BIM software, particularly REVIT and AutoCAD, and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity to contribute to innovative projects could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with BIM software and a strong understanding of mechanical systems.
• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or related field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare construction coordination drawings for HVAC/electrical systems.
• Coordinate with project managers to create 3D information for estimating and planning.

Skills

BIM Software Proficiency

Mechanical Engineering

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Project Management

Education

Post-Secondary Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Diploma in Mechanical Drafting

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

NavisWorks

Microsoft Office

ArchiCAD

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.
• Work 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 a 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.
• Support 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, AutoCAD, NavisWorks, 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 industry 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 authorization to work in Canada will be considered. Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.