Bim Coordinator

Actalent; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a VDC Coordinator for a large data center project near Detroit, Michigan. You will lead multi-discipline BIM/VDC coordination across mechanical, electrical, and process piping systems to ensure accurate, constructible models that support on-site construction execution.

Responsibilities include running clash detection in Navisworks and Revit, coordinating with design teams, subcontractors, and field teams, and maintaining BIM models that reflect in‑field progress.

Qualifications

• 3–8+ years of BIM/VDC coordination or modeling experience.
• Strong proficiency in Revit for creating and updating detailed models.
• Strong proficiency in Navisworks for clash detection and reporting.
• Experience with construction-phase coordination and field/subcontractor teams.
• Background in mechanical, electrical, or process piping systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-discipline BIM/VDC coordination across mechanical, electrical, and process piping systems for a large data center project.
• Run clash detection and coordination workflows using Navisworks and Revit to identify conflicts between building systems.
• Support coordination between design teams, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure alignment and timely resolution of issues.
• Identify and resolve clashes and constructability issues, proposing practical solutions that support efficient installation and construction.
• Maintain, update, and manage BIM models to accurately reflect field conditions and construction progress.
• Attend and actively participate in coordination meetings with project stakeholders, presenting model updates and clash reports.
• Ensure compliance with BIM Execution Plans and project standards, maintaining consistency and quality across all models.
• Collaborate with construction-phase teams to support layout, installation, and sequencing based on coordinated models.
• Document changes and decisions made during coordination and communicate updates to relevant project team members.

Skills

BIM/VDC coordination

Revit

Navisworks

Clash detection

MEP systems

Coordination with field teams

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Job Description

This role focuses on BIM/VDC coordination for a large-scale data center project near Detroit, Michigan. You will lead multi-discipline model coordination across mechanical, electrical, and process piping systems, ensuring accurate, constructible, and up-to-date models that support successful construction-phase execution.

Job Title: VDC Coordinator – Data Center Project

Job Description

This role focuses on BIM/VDC coordination for a large-scale data center project near Detroit, Michigan. You will lead multi-discipline model coordination across mechanical, electrical, and process piping systems, ensuring accurate, constructible, and up-to-date models that support successful construction-phase execution.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-discipline BIM/VDC coordination across mechanical, electrical, and process piping systems for a large data center project.
• Run clash detection and coordination workflows using Navisworks and Revit to identify conflicts between building systems.
• Support coordination between design teams, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure alignment and timely resolution of issues.
• Identify and resolve clashes and constructability issues, proposing practical solutions that support efficient installation and construction.
• Maintain, update, and manage BIM models to accurately reflect field conditions and construction progress.
• Attend and actively participate in coordination meetings with project stakeholders, presenting model updates and clash reports.
• Ensure compliance with BIM Execution Plans and project standards, maintaining consistency and quality across all models.
• Collaborate with construction-phase teams to support layout, installation, and sequencing based on coordinated models.
• Document changes and decisions made during coordination and communicate updates to relevant project team members.

Essential Skills

• 3–8+ years of BIM/VDC coordination or modeling experience, preferably on construction-phase projects.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, with the ability to create, manage, and update detailed models.
• Strong proficiency in Navisworks, including running clash detection and generating coordination reports.
• Experience supporting construction-phase coordination and working closely with field and subcontractor teams.
• Background in mechanical, electrical, or process piping systems, with the ability to understand MEP drawings and specifications.
• Experience with BIM and VDC processes in a construction environment.
• Ability to interpret and adhere to BIM Execution Plans and project standards.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with design teams, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple coordination tasks in a fast-paced project environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience on data center or industrial projects is a plus.
• Experience working for a consulting firm or subcontractor is preferred over owner/developer-side experience.
• Familiarity with construction industry practices and workflows.
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative, mentoring-focused culture.
• Interest in innovative technologies and processes related to BIM/VDC and applied technology.
• Comfort working within a flexible, hybrid-oriented company culture when not on-site at the project.

Work Environment

This position is based full-time on-site at a data centre in the Detroit area, working Monday through Friday from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional Saturdays as project needs require. The role is embedded in an active construction environment, collaborating closely with design teams, subcontractors, and field personnel. For candidates coming from out of state who are willing to work in Michigan for the length of the contract, a per diem may be available to help cover hotel and food costs. The broader firm environment emphasises diversified projects, work‑life balance, flexible work hours, and low turnover, with a supportive culture that values mentoring, skill‑building, and frequent interaction among staff. Leadership is accessible, and employees have opportunities to influence the firm’s direction through strategic planning. The organisation encourages innovation through an Office of Applied Technology that explores new technologies and ways to enhance client