VDC Manager
Our Client is currently seeking a VDC Manager for an immediate opening in Des Moines, IA. The VDC Manager will oversee organization of Electrical Construction/Mission Critical projects, collaborate with the VDC Electrical Technicians in the field and communicate with Project managers, Customers and stakeholders with design recommendations and solutions.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Reviewing 2D layout drawings to be used for BIM modeling or for field installation, field installation and prefabrication drawings
- Be the contact point between the client (GC) and the subcontractors
- Host BIM Coordination meetings.
- Generate clash detection and analyze the interferences among the different trades. Propose possible solutions to the conflicts.
- Keep track of the consumed hours and detect possible deviations that can affect the coordination process.
- Have the scope of work clear to detect easily additional tasks that can be requested eventually by the client.
- Coordinate and interface with field staff including visiting project sites occasionally
- Provide QAQC reviews of installation drawings and BIM models to ensure compliance with contract documents and best construction practices
- Contribute to developing department BIM/Layout standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field and at least 2 years working in Electrical construction OR the equivalent combination of work and education
- Excellent planner who thrives in a constantly changing and evolving environment with at least ten (10) years of relevant electrical contracting experience and excellent communication skills
- Experience as a MEP coordinator or general contractor superintendent is preferred, but not required
- Previous experience in the mission critical market is desired but not required
- Proficient knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), local codes and construction safety requirements (including IBC and IECC) required
- Knowledge of modeling software such as REVIT, Navisworks and Bluebeam.