Senior BIM Manager

Summary:

The BIM/VDC Manager Coordinator will manage, evaluate, and assess model-based information from design team, trade subcontractors, and others necessary to construct the project as specified by the contract documents. Tropic Mechanical BIM/VDC Manager/Coordinator will be responsible for developing detailed drawings in accordance with our company's Mechanical Piping Standards. The position carries the responsibility to ensure that the work is implemented effectively within cost, schedule, and accuracy parameters. The position carries the responsibility to ensure completing accurate and coordinated shop drawings as well as assisting with spool drawings and material take offs from the shop drawings.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing and making decisions related to BIM model information.
• Resolving issues related to plans and specifications, especially as it relates to the organization, use, management, and BIM model [updating], by interacting with architects, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, inspectors, general contractors and owner's representatives.
• Managing coordination models and model-based submittals and shop drawings. Assessing conformance to contract specifications. Resolving any conflicts in interpretation.
• Scheduling and managing subcontractor 3d virtual trade coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings and submittal review meetings.
• Overseeing the BIM related close-out process. Preparing final records such as as-built models which may include connections to project data such as operation and maintenance manuals and as-built documentation. Producing the turnover model file with associated documents for the Owner if required for the project.
• Supervising VDC Coordinators, and VDC Interns, including providing input on performance appraisals.
• Preparing scope of work documents for trades producing and using BIM models.
• Developing reports including reports/assessments on coordination meeting records, constraint logs, etc.
• Establishes drawings and document format required to complete job.
• Understands and complies with job specific scope and requirements.
• Generates concise Request for Information (RFIs) or field questions when questions or discrepancies arise on contract drawings or specifications.
• Verifies that all drawings are complete to a constructible state.
• Consistently reviews shop drawings to ensure quality and accuracy prior to distribution to the field.
• Verifies that all RFIs written are followed through to construction drawings.
• Modifies drawings as changes occur and expedite changes to field.
• Creates accurate record drawings from red-lined field markups.

Additionally:

· Work closely with project managers, engineers, architects, and clients to understand project goals and requirements.

· Ensure compliance with building codes, industry standards, and environmental regulations in all HVAC designs and proposals.

· Works in conformity with company Pipe and CAD Standards and detailing practices.

· Participates in the improvement of company's Pipe and CAD Standards and detailing practices.

· Maintain accurate records of project correspondence.

· Communicate effectively with clients to address inquiries, provide updates, and clarify project details throughout the BIM Coordination process.

• These responsibilities require strong analytical skills, attention to detail, technical expertise in HVAC systems, and effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Stays up to date on current and future software development to maintain proficiency.
• Communicates with Project Supervision to determine detailing scope. Assists project staff with drawing requirements and priorities.
• Participates in project coordination efforts and coordinates changes into drawings.

Qualifications:

· Good communication and organizational skills.

· An associate degree in design/drafting or equivalent work experience.

· Minimum 5 years' work experience in commercial Piping and/ or HVAC piping.

· Proficiency with software tools including AutoCAD MEP, Navisworks, Revit, Trimble, Sysque, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and other related 3D detailing software tools.

· Have understanding on how to produce spool drawings for pre-fabrication.

· Must understand HVAC including but not limited to chilled piping systems, reverse returns loops, steam systems, high pressure duct systems, Heating hot water systems.

· Familiar with AHCA facility requirements as related to HVAC.

· Requires knowledge of piping and ductwork best practices

· Demonstrates and displays honesty, integrity, and personal accountability.

· Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.

· Ability to interface with construction industry professionals with professionalism and credibility.

· High achievement orientation and work ethic.

· Problem-solving attitude.

· Passion for construction industry.

· Good judgment and common sense.

· Actively participates in open, honest, and effective communication with company personnel at all levels.

· Demonstrates an attitude that fosters teamwork.

· Demonstrates forthrightness, the ability to proceed straight ahead, and be frank and candid, with open, honest, and in-depth communication Speak freely.

· Deals with issues effectively.

· Demonstrates resilience and can quickly recover from adverse issues.

· Develops strong personal relationships and holds peers in our organization personally accountable for their duties and responsibilities.

· Accepts change as a necessary process for successful execution of our projects.

· Shows a willingness to share knowledge with others.

· Always asks for help or assistance when needed.

· Possesses a working knowledge and ability to use software platforms required to produce accurate production level drawing.

· Has proficiency or shows willingness and initiative to learn advanced BIM tools