Remote Mechanical VDC Modeler

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

PTO & holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical VDC Production Modeler to develop and advance highly detailed Revit models for data center, healthcare, and commercial projects. You'll translate design intent into fabrication-ready models coordinating with engineering, prefabrication, and field teams.

Based in Columbus, OH, this contract-to-hire role offers on-site W2 setup during the contract with benefits, and a pay range of $40-48 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Revit and mechanical modeling.
• Ability to progress models from design to fabrication-level detail.
• Strong understanding of constructability, sequencing, and installation for MEP systems.
• Experience supporting prefabrication and field installation teams.
• Familiarity with coordination between engineering, VDC, and field operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop Revit mechanical models based on drawings and specs.
• Advance models from design to coordination and fabrication-level detail.
• Progress models to LOD 350/400 with detailed routing and hanger placement.
• Coordinate hangers, supports, and related elements in the model.
• Incorporate constructability considerations into the model.
• Embed sequencing and installation logic to support field execution.
• Align models with project scope, schedule, and delivery objectives.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to reflect engineering intent and field needs.
• Prepare models for direct use by prefabrication and field teams.
• Resolve modeling issues and update models as conditions evolve.

Skills

Revit

LOD 350/400

Constructability

Prefabrication

VDC coordination

Tools

Revit

Job description

Job Description

Small firm focusing on data center, healthcare and commercial projects.

• Long term contract to hire position. This person will initially be hired as a w2 employee of Actalent Services with access to medical/dental/vision, PTO, and holiday pay during the contract. The client may hire this person at its sole discretion.

The Mechanical VDC Production Modeler develops and advances mechanical models from engineering design through coordination and fabrication-level detail. This role bridges engineering intent and field execution by producing highly detailed models that incorporate constructability, sequencing, and installation requirements. The position supports project teams by translating design information into coordinated, fabrication-ready models aligned with project scope, schedule, and delivery objectives. The models produced are intended for direct use by prefabrication and field installation teams, not solely for design coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop Revit mechanical models based on engineering drawings, markups, and specifications.
• Advance mechanical models from initial design to coordination and fabrication-level detail.
• Progress models to Levels of Development (LOD) 350400, including detailed routing and layout.
• Place and coordinate hangers, supports, and related elements within the model to meet constructability and installation requirements.
• Incorporate constructability considerations, including access, clearances, and field conditions, into the model.
• Embed sequencing and installation logic into the model to support efficient field execution and prefabrication.
• Align models with project scope, schedule, and delivery objectives to support timely project completion.
• Coordinate closely with project stakeholders to ensure models accurately reflect engineering intent and field needs.
• Prepare models for direct use by prefabrication and field teams, ensuring they are clear, accurate, and construction-ready.
• Support project teams by resolving modeling issues and updating models as design or field conditions evolve.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit
• Capability to progress models to LOD 350400, including detailed routing and hanger placement.
• Strong understanding of constructability, sequencing, and installation requirements as they apply to MEP systems.
• Experience supporting prefabrication and field installation teams through detailed modeling.
• Familiarity with coordination workflows between engineering, virtual design and construction (VDC), and field operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.