VDC/BIM Designer – Mechanical Piping Systems

Preston Recruitment; Colorado; On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Preston Recruitment is recruiting for a VDC/BIM Designer / Coordinator specializing in mechanical piping systems in Colorado. The role bridges design and field execution, coordinating piping models, fabrication drawings, and installation planning to ensure constructability and on-time delivery.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Fabrication, and Field Operations, using Revit and Navisworks to develop models, identify clashes, and support prefabrication initiatives.

Qualifications

• Background as a Pipefitter, Steamfitter, Mechanical Foreman, or similar field-based piping professional.
• Experience transitioning into BIM, VDC, detailing, design, or coordination roles.
• Strong Revit and Navisworks experience.
• Understanding of mechanical piping systems and installation methodologies.
• Ability to identify coordination issues before they become field problems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple departments.
• Passion for improving constructability, efficiency, and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate detailed BIM models for mechanical piping systems
• Produce fabrication and installation drawings using Revit and Navisworks
• Identify clashes, constructability concerns, and coordination issues before they impact site operations
• Collaborate with field teams to ensure designs are practical and buildable
• Support prefabrication and modular construction initiatives
• Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, project management, and operations teams
• Participate in project planning and design review meetings
• Ensure models and drawings align with project schedules and installation requirements

Skills

BIM

Revit

Navisworks

Piping systems

Coordination

Communication

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

VDC/BIM Designer / Coordinator – Mechanical Piping Systems

$100,000 - $110,000 Base Salary + Full Benefits

Preston Recruitment is currently supporting a leading mechanical contractor delivering some of the most complex industrial, manufacturing, and mission critical construction projects in the United States.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a VDC/BIM Designer / Coordinator to join their established team in Colorado.

This role is ideally suited to someone who started their career as a Pipefitter in the field and has since moved into BIM, VDC, detailing, or coordination.

If you understand how piping systems are actually installed- not just how they are drawn - this could be an excellent opportunity to join a contractor investing heavily in digital construction, prefabrication, and advanced project delivery.

The Opportunity:

This is not a traditional BIM role.

The successful candidate will be responsible for bridging the gap between design and field execution, ensuring piping systems are coordinated, fabrication-ready, and practical to install before crews arrive on site.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Fabrication Teams, Superintendents, and Field Operations to identify issues early, improve constructability, and drive successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and coordinate detailed BIM models for mechanical piping systems
• Produce fabrication and installation drawings using Revit and Navisworks
• Identify clashes, constructability concerns, and coordination issues before they impact site operations
• Collaborate with field teams to ensure designs are practical and buildable
• Support prefabrication and modular construction initiatives
• Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, project management, and operations teams
• Participate in project planning and design review meetings
• Ensure models and drawings align with project schedules and installation requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Background as a Pipefitter, Steamfitter, Mechanical Foreman, or similar field-based piping professional
• Experience transitioning into BIM, VDC, detailing, design, or coordination roles
• Strong Revit and Navisworks experience
• Understanding of mechanical piping systems and installation methodologies
• Ability to identify coordination issues before they become field problems
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple departments
• Passion for improving constructability, efficiency, and project delivery

Why Join?

• Stable, long-term pipeline of work
• High-profile industrial and mission critical projects
• Industry-leading prefabrication and digital construction capabilities
• Strong culture focused on innovation and collaboration
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organization
• Excellent compensation and benefits package

This is a rare opportunity to join a contractor where your field experience is genuinely valued and where you can directly influence how projects are designed, coordinated, fabricated, and installed.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.