BIM / VDC Modeller, Buildings | Mechanical Contractor | Vancouver – Outpost Recruitment

Moving2Canada.com; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm as a BIM/VDC Modeller, where you will be integral in creating high-quality models for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects in a collaborative environment, focusing on BIM/VDC technology and prefabrication. You will be responsible for ensuring constructability and compliance while collaborating with project teams to resolve conflicts. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to cutting-edge projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs

Retirement plan with employer matching

Career development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Revit for MEP modeling and fabrication detailing.
• Strong knowledge of Navisworks Manage for clash detection.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed fabrication models in Revit.
• Utilize Navisworks for clash detection and coordination.

Skills

Revit Modeling

Clash Detection

Communication Skills

Understanding of HVAC Systems

Model-Based Quantity Takeoffs

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks Manage

BIM360/ACC

Bluebeam Revu

Trimble

Dynamo

Job description

Mechanical contractor seeking motivated BIM / VDC Modeller for buildings projects in Vancouver BC. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, fabrication-ready models for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.

Specializing in plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems, serve commercial, industrial, and multi-residential projects with a focus on BIM/VDC technology and prefabrication. Salary range $80,000 – $100,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Responsibilities of BIM / VDC Modeller:

• Revit Modeling: Create and maintain detailed, high-quality fabrication models in Revit, ensuring constructability and compliance with industry standards.
• Model Coordination: Utilize Navisworks Manage for clash detection and coordination with other trades, collaborating with project teams to resolve conflicts.
• Construction Documentation: Generate fabrication-ready models and issue construction drawings to support field teams.
• Project Support: Assist project managers (PMs) and site teams with model coordination, constructibility reviews, and adherence to building codes.
• Multi-Trade Coordination: Work with electrical, fire protection, and HVAC systems to ensure smooth integration and efficient prefabrication workflows.
• Quantity Takeoffs & Estimation: Support the estimating and bidding process by extracting accurate material quantities and performing model-based takeoffs.
• Model Updates & Revisions: Implement design changes, maintain up-to-date models, and ensure consistency throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications of BIM / VDC Modeller:

• Proficiency in Revit for MEP modeling and fabrication detailing.
• Strong knowledge of Navisworks Manage for clash detection and coordination.
• Understanding of electrical, fire protection, and HVAC systems to support multi-trade coordination.
• Familiarity with fabrication workflows, prefabrication methods, and model-based construction planning.
• Experience with model-based quantity takeoffs and estimating tools is an asset.
• Ability to interpret and apply building codes and industry standards.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Software and Tools:

• Autodesk Revit (ITM Fabrication Parts, MEP modelling)
• Navisworks Manage (Clash detection, coordination)
• BIM360/ACC (Model collaboration)
• Bluebeam Revu (Markup, collaboration)
• Trimble (Point layout) – An Asset
• Dynamo, or other automation tools – An Asset

What company offers:

• Opportunity to work in a growing environment and expand your skills.
• Involvement in defining our BIM/VDC workflows and technology-driven processes.
• A collaborative team with hands-on project experience in prefabrication and construction.

Compensation & Benefits:

The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that goes beyond salary. Your compensation considers your unique qualifications and experience and is just one part of the robust benefits you’ll enjoy with us. This may include:

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Career development and training opportunities

We show up every day to build strong relationships, honest results, and lasting solutions— what you see is what you get. If you’re passionate about BIM/VDC and want to be part of an innovative, growing, and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!

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.