VDC Specialist Dearborn, Michigan

Job Description

With limited supervision from the Vice President of VDC + Quality and Assistant Manager of Virtual Design and Construction, this individual works with the assigned Project Manager to plan and execute the successful delivery of a project that meets the client's expectations, budget, schedule, and goals. This individual will be assigned what Ghafari considers a major program requiring high levels of BIM services and scopes of work.

• Provide mentorship and guidance for Virtual Design and Construction team members.
• Work closely with Ghafari Project Manager, project team, the clients, and the expanded team, including the General Contractors and sub‑trades, to integrate the various BIM authoring applications.
• Lead the efforts with the Project Architects and Engineers to track multi‑discipline coordination issues and facilitate BIM review meetings.
• Implement and lead the BIM quality control procedures.
• Maintain required sections of the Project Execution Plan for the project.
• Create and maintain the BIM Execution Plan for the projects.
• Maintain the BIM Standards for the organization.
• Stay updated on all BIM Standards used in the industry.
• Coordinate with the Project Architect and Project Engineers to formulate the project work plan based on an approved scope of work for BIM.
• Define and document project deliverables for technology related issues.
• Develop and communicate the project work plan for BIM related issues.
• Assist the Project Manager in tracking the actual project completeness against the project schedule and budget by utilizing reports from BIM.
• Assist in managing the Client and the Ghafari production team to assure that service, scope, quality, and schedule expectation are aligned through the implementation of BIM.
• Assist in the identification of changes to the scope of work and the related repercussions on the project using BIM.
• Continuously evaluate emerging BIM technologies, identify opportunities to match those technologies with project needs to improve workflow and increase efficiencies.
• Participate in post‑project meetings to identify lessons learned for ongoing continuous improvement practices.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals as they pertain to the use of technologies and workflows on a project.
• Training, support, and troubleshooting for project team as required.
• Coordinate with Document Control on project deliverables related to BIM scopes.
• Run clash and coordination reports and project meetings with the Project Manager or Lead Architect/Engineer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Associate degree in an A/E discipline or a construction related field required.

• Professional society affiliation preferred.
• Revit Certification preferred.

• 5‑10+ years in the Architectural/Engineering/Construction Industry.
• 5‑10+ years implementing Revit, BIM, and CAD standards in A/E practice.
• 5‑10+ years implementing new technologies in the A/E practice.
• 5‑10+ years providing training / education.

• Experience with Navisworks, AutoCAD and Revit, BIM
  360, ACC, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, High‑definition Laser scanning, AR, VR, Automation Tools, and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, cross‑cultural environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Management and leadership experience.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software applications.
• Excellent analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent multitasking abilities.
• Should be knowledgeable of Cobie, Omniclass, and Uniformat Codes.
• BIM Execution Plans.
• ISO 19650.
• AIA Level of Development and Level of Detail requirements.
• AIA BIM Forms.
• IPD Deliverable Workflows.
• International Standards.
• Ability to lead a diverse team through the challenges of producing construction drawings and associated BIM models is a must.
• Understanding and knowledge of building construction and constructability necessary to lead coordination meetings externally and internally.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Candidate should be comfortable speaking in front of large groups of people.
• Individual should be able to take direction and implement solution.
• Ability to problem‑solve and find solutions to the issues through research and fact‑finding of best practices in the industry is a must.

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.