VDC Industrial Specialist

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Mental health coverage

Parental leave

Gender affirming and family building

Job summary

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) Industrial Specialist to lead drafting for industrial projects.

The role is fully remote within the United States, requiring BIM/VDC modelling, Inventor/Plant 3D/Revit/AutoCAD proficiency, and strong time-management to meet deadlines. The ideal candidate has a technical degree in engineering or related fields and relevant experience, with strong communication and presentation skills to collaborate with clients and teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction science, architecture, or a related field with 2+ years of related experience.
• Ability to create BIM/VDC models and update with current construction documents and specifications.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience with Inventor, Plant 3D, Revit and AutoCAD is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Create fabrication/submittal drawings for industrial work, including Industrial Plastics, Valve Automation, Specialty Gasket, Lined Pipe work.
• Ensure that the design and drafting concepts/details are accurately conveyed on drawings.
• Maintain standards, processes, and workflows.
• Meet, communicate, and collaborate with internal and external customers.
• Advance global BIM/VDC initiatives.
• Review design and construction documents.

Skills

BIM/VDC modelling

Time management

Communication

Presentation skills

Writing skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction science, architecture, or related field

Tools

Inventor

Plant 3D

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Posting:Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.Ferguson is now seeking a Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) Industrial Specialist to join our team!This role will help lead the way to delivering to our clients drafting services. This role is responsible for preparing detailed piping drawings, including elevations, sections, and sheet layouts per industry/company standards. In a field experiencing growth, we are looking for a candidate who can lead and manage numerous projects and tasks while being flexible to accommodate changing deadlines and priorities.This role is approved to be fully remote and can be based anywhere in the United States.Responsibilities:Create fabrication/submittal drawings for industrial work, to include Industrial Plastics, Valve Automation, Specialty Gasket, Lined Pipe work.Ensure that the design and drafting concepts/details are accurately and clearly conveyed on drawings.Maintain standards, processes, and workflows.Assist in creating and maintaining standard regional and global templates and CAD databases’Meet, communicate, and collaborate with internal and external customers.Bring a high-level of industrial product aptitude and construction knowledge.Apply strong time-management skills to meet project deadlines.Participate with customers on VDC integration projects.Review design and construction documents.Advance global BIM/VDC initiatives.Qualifications:A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction science, architecture, or a similar field and 2+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.Ability to create BIM/VDC models and update with current construction documents and specifications.Inventor, Plant 3D, Revit and Auto CAD Software experience is highly preferredA high degree of integrity, superior attention to detail, and the ability to think critically.Requires a fundamental understanding of mechanical systems and equipment.Ability to discuss projects with customers and facilitate open communication.Strong time management and organizational skills are essential.Demonstrate effective presentation and writing skills.Strong work ethics and great interpersonal skills.Ability to work in a team environment.At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!-Pay Range:-Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.-$4,799.70 - $7,791.30-Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.-This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.-Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.-The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information