VDC Design Lead — BIM Coordination & Constructability

powerdesigninc; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible work options

On-site amenities

401k with company match

Disability plans

Job summary

Power Design seeks a VDC Design Manager to lead the virtual design and coordination for our construction projects. You will oversee BIM deliverables, constructability reviews, installation planning, and compliance with codes and Power Design standards.

You will work with operations, engineers, customers, and trade partners to develop cost-effective, constructible solutions and provide technical guidance across preconstruction and design coordination activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction, VDC, BIM modeling, detailing, coordination, design, or installation within Mechanical or Plumbing systems.
• Strong understanding of codes, industry standards, installation methods, and construction best practices.
• Proficiency with Revit and working knowledge of AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and other BIM technologies.
• Ability to lead project coordination efforts, facilitate conflict resolution, and drive project outcomes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the VDC coordination process for assigned projects from preconstruction through design completion.
• Manage project coordination schedules, deliverables, and VDC timelines to support milestones.
• Lead coordination meetings and clash detection efforts while resolving design and constructability conflicts.
• Review project plans, BIM Execution Plans, contracts, and jurisdictional requirements for code-compliant installations.
• Develop, review, and maintain BIM models, coordination drawings, shop drawings, and installation documentation.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and field teams to support constructability reviews and installation planning.
• Evaluate design alternatives and provide value engineering recommendations.
• Maintain project documentation including RFIs, ASIs, addenda, and other design updates.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and production goals while ensuring quality deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance to VDC team members and stakeholders.

Skills

BIM modeling

Coordination

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Industry certification

Registered apprenticeship

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Job description

Power Design seeks a VDC Design Manager to lead the virtual design and coordination for our construction projects. You will oversee BIM deliverables, constructability reviews, installation planning, and compliance with codes and Power Design standards.

You will work with operations, engineers, customers, and trade partners to develop cost-effective, constructible solutions and provide technical guidance across preconstruction and design coordination activities.