BIM Coordinator

Motor City Electric Co.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Motor City Electric Co. is seeking a VDC Coordinator II to develop and coordinate detailed electrical models and construction documentation for commercial and industrial projects. The role works independently on modeling tasks while supporting the Lead VDC Coordinator to meet milestones.

You will collaborate with project management, field operations, engineers, and prefabrication teams to identify coordination issues, improve constructability, and support efficient field installation.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical construction modeling, BIM coordination, or VDC.
• Proficiency with Revit and Navisworks; AutoCAD and Bluebeam helpful.
• Understanding of electrical construction methods and prefabrication.
• Strong communication and ability to coordinate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed 3D electrical models using Revit/Navisworks.
• Independently manage assigned modeling tasks per project schedule.
• Identify and resolve electrical coordination issues with architectural/structural teams.
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings and track outstanding items.
• Prepare construction drawings and installation details for field use.
• Update models to reflect RFIs and field changes.
• Collaborate with project teams to address constructability and installation challenges.
• Review modeling work for accuracy against VDC standards.
• Support less experienced VDC Coordinators with technical guidance.
• Communicate progress and potential schedule impacts to VDC leadership.

Skills

Electrical modeling

BIM coordination

Virtual Design and Construction

Communication

Project coordination

Problem-solving

Multidisciplinary coordination

Independent modeling

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

The VDC Coordinator II develops and coordinates detailed electrical models and construction documentation for commercial and industrial construction projects. This position works independently on assigned modeling and coordination tasks while supporting the Lead VDC Coordinator in meeting project milestones and deliverables. Working closely with project management, field operations, engineering, and prefabrication teams, the VDC Coordinator II helps identify coordination issues, improve constructability, and support efficient field installation.

Duties

• Develop and maintain detailed, constructible 3D electrical models using Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
• Independently manage assigned modeling and coordination tasks in accordance with project schedules and prefabrication requirements.
• Identify and resolve electrical coordination issues, including conflicts with architectural, structural, and other MEP systems.
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings as assigned and assist with tracking and resolving outstanding coordination items.
• Prepare construction drawings, installation details, and fabrication deliverables for review and field use.
• Update models and drawings to reflect RFIs, coordination decisions, and approved field changes.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, prefabrication teams, and field personnel to address constructability and installation challenges.
• Review modeling work for accuracy and compliance with established VDC standards and project requirements.
• Support less experienced VDC Coordinators by providing technical assistance and sharing modeling best practices.
• Communicate progress, unresolved issues, and potential schedule impacts to the Lead VDC Coordinator or VDC management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrical construction modeling, BIM coordination, or Virtual Design and Construction.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit and Navisworks; experience with AutoCAD and Bluebeam is beneficial.
• Understanding of electrical construction methods, installation practices, and prefabrication processes.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, construction drawings, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Ability to independently complete modeling assignments and resolve technical coordination challenges.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy and meeting project deadlines.