VDC Designer

Modern Niagara; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Niagara, a leader in building services, seeks multiple VDC Designers with robust REVIT skills to support mechanical projects. Candidates will develop virtual models for various building systems, collaborating closely with project leads. Ideal candidates will have a post-secondary diploma and proven problem-solving abilities within construction environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of REVIT experience for Mechanical projects preferred.
• Valid security clearance at Reliability level.
• Experience in mechanical contracting trades.

Responsibilities

• Designing and modeling Mechanical & Domestic Distribution systems.
• Optimizing routing to reduce costs and ease installation.
• Issuing drawings and maintaining records.

Skills

REVIT

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Mechanical or Construction Technology

Job description

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet their mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs across various Canadian cities. We develop custom, turnkey solutions to achieve desired outcomes and are committed to positively impacting Canada's infrastructure and communities.

WE BUILD FOR LIFE.

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Our award-winning safety culture exceeds industry standards, ensuring health and safety are prioritized in all we do.

At Modern Niagara, you will work with safety-conscious, values-driven teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Your skills and service will help buildings across Canada meet their needs.

Recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and recipient of multiple safety awards, we are looking for multiple VDC Designers with strong REVIT experience to join our Ottawa teams. We value designers with robust REVIT skills, developing expertise in multiple systems, code understanding, and routing optimization.

The Virtual Design & Construction Designer will develop engineering designs into fabricable, installable, coordinated virtual models representing site installation.

The responsibilities include designing and modeling at least two of the following disciplines using virtual construction technologies:

• Mechanical & Domestic Distribution systems
• Gravity & Venting systems
• Ductwork Systems
• Mechanical room large bore piping systems with spooling drawing support
• Sleeving / Embeds / Trimble
• Conduit Runs
• Electrical Room / Distribution System

The VDC Designer will optimize routing to reduce costs, ease installation, follow codes, and represent the trades' intent, working closely with project leads and superintendents.

Key tasks include modeling building systems to improve concepts, issuing drawings, maintaining records, supporting profitability through VDC technologies, overseeing fittings libraries, and supporting overall project timing.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :

• 2+ years of REVIT experience for Mechanical projects preferred
• Valid security clearance at Reliability level, ability to obtain Secret clearance
• Post-secondary diploma in Mechanical or Construction Technology or relevant field
• Experience in mechanical contracting trades (HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and documents
• Experience in construction or related industry trade
• Problem-solving skills in engineering, manufacturing, or construction environments
• Pipe/Duct Prefabrication experience is an asset

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to eliminate barriers for all applicants. If accommodations are needed, please advise us during the recruitment process.