BIM/VDC Coordinator III

Hedrick Brothers Construction; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Profit sharing

Health coverage

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Parental leave

Wellness reimbursement

Apparel stipend

Training & certification

GRIT culture

Job summary

Hedrick Brothers Construction in West Palm Beach, FL seeks a VDC Coordinator III to develop and maintain 3D models and support BIM processes across projects. You will act as the model owner, coordinate with design teams, and ensure model integrity to support cost and scheduling decisions.

The role blends modeling, quantity takeoffs, scheduling support, and trade coordination on active projects, with opportunity for growth within a family-owned firm focused on GRIT values and client service.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, or equivalent completion of a Construction Management Certificate Program.
• Minimum 3 years of related project engineering experience and proficient plan reading.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, AutoCad, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain schematic and detailed models — structure, interior/exterior architectural elements, and MEP systems as applicable.
• Serve as Model Administrator for assigned projects, manage model change control, and keep the BIM revision log.
• Identify conflicts and incomplete or ambiguous design information and develop models to illustrate questions and solutions.
• Create new library components, update as-built and revised models, and distribute models showing changes and RFI answers.
• Coordinate with BIM service providers and subcontractors and assist with subcontracting assignments to outside vendors.

Skills

Plan reading

BIM coordination

Education

Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture degree or CM certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Hedrick Brothers Construction

Founded in 1979, Hedrick Brothers Construction is a family-owned commercial general contractor headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, with offices in Winter Park, Stuart, and Miami. For more than 45 years we have built across Florida in hospitality, multi-family, industrial, healthcare, and the public sector, with project values ranging from $5M to $160M.

Our work is guided by our GRIT values — Growth, Resourcefulness, Integrity, and Team — and a culture built on doing right by our people, our trade partners, and our clients.

The Opportunity

The VDC Coordinator III develops andmaintainsmodels and supports VDC procedures across HBC projects, serving as a liaison between departments, clients, and architects.You'rehands-on in the model — building, coordinating, and documenting — while learning to manage the full VDC process.

This role blends modeling, quantity takeoff, scheduling support, and trade coordination on active projects.

What You'll Do

Modeling & BIM

• Create andmaintainschematic and detailed models — structure, interior/exterior architectural elements, and MEP systems as applicable.
• Serve asModelAdministrator for assigned projects, manage model change control, and keep the BIM revision log.
• Identifyconflicts and incomplete or ambiguous design information and develop models to illustrate questions and solutions.
• Create new library components, updateas-builtand revised models, and distribute models showing changes and RFI answers.
• Coordinate with BIM service providers and subcontractors andassistwith subcontracting assignments to outside vendors.

Quantities & Scheduling Support

• Derive material quantities, perform quantity take-offs, and produce quantity reports and surveys.
• Verify original estimate quantities for cost reports and report quantities in place.
• Develop the design-phase schedule and the modeling and coordination schedule.
• Prepare 4D simulations and integrate long-lead items asrequired.

Trade & Field Coordination

• Define scopes of work, evaluate field problems, and issue RFIs;maintaincontrol logs and review submittal/expeditinglogs for VDC models.
• Attend and/or manage model coordination and VDC meetings, write minutes, and record coordinationsign-offs.
• Process shop/fabrication-level models for approval and coordinate with internal and subcontractor detailers.
• Evaluate construction installations against the 3D coordinated models and prepare shop-drawing-level models for self-performed work.
• Produce dimensioned drawings from the model and support job layout driven by 3D model data.

What You Bring to the Role

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture,or equivalent completion of a Construction Management Certificate Programrequired.
• Minimum 3 years of related project engineering experience and proficient plan reading.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit,AutoCad, and Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented modeler comfortable coordinating across trades and departments.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, written and verbal.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Profit sharing and bonus opportunities tied to company and project performance
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-provided life insurance and short- and long-term disability protection
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, company holidays, and paid parental leave
• Wellness program reimbursement to support your health and well-being
• Annual stipend for company-branded apparel
• Ongoing training, certification support, and clear paths for advancement
• A collaborative, values-driven culture grounded in GRIT

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements vary by position. The essential functions and physical demands applicable to a specific role will be communicated during the hiring process. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hedrick Brothers Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Recruitment Agency Submissions

Hedrick Brothers Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from recruitment agencies. Agencies must have a fully executed agreement and prior written authorization from People & Culture before submitting candidates for a specific job opening. Unsolicited submissions will not obligate Hedrick Brothers Construction to pay a placement fee.