VDC Coordinator

Reporting to the BIM Manager, the VDC Coordinator will be responsible to oversee the on-site digital construction related activities on a large transit project in collaboration with the project team, client, consultant, and trade contractors.

This opportunity is located in Toronto, Ontario.

• Perform various project duties related to the Digital Construction project deployment as required.
• Perform Design coordination and assist in identifying constructability issues with the project team and subcontractors.
• Facilitate along with the site team site logistics plan in a model environment and facilitate and assist site team in the development of schedule visualization models. Also, video export will be required on ad-hoc basis.
• Assist in training other project staff and subcontractors on digital construction-related software and workflows as required.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the district Digital Construction lead, including support during pre-construction.

• Coordinate with consultants, site teams, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate 3D laser scans/point cloud models.
• Manage the implementation of facilities management related information from project stakeholders for incorporation into digital construction model, as required.
• Distribute new and revised models as applicable to Change Management documentation.
• Compile contract VDC close-out documentation as assigned.

• Work with the project team to develop and implement schedule visualization workflows.
• Educate and guide the site team on the workflows related to schedule visualization.
• Prepare and submit Look Ahead Schedules and Logistic Plans based on Construction Schedule.
• Prepare 4D simulations on an ad-hoc basis.

• Assist the project teams in developing healthy dialogue with consultants and designers.
• Facilitate the timely and orderly collection and/or coordination of all consultant BIM models.
• Coordinate, as applicable, with consultant Model Managers and Coordinators, to clarify and update consultant design models.
• Lead model coordination meetings.
• Assist, based on project requirements, in the administration of the BIM Execution Plan as prescribed by either the Consultant or Client.

• Assist with updating, maintaining, and distributing documents to the field and subcontractors.
• Lead model coordination meetings.
• Assist in the coordination of models with internal and subcontractor detailers and modelers. Record coordination signoffs.

• Educational and industry experience requirements include Engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training plus construction knowledge and/or related work experience.
• Experience with Revit 2022, Navisworks Manage, Bentley Synchro 4d, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Office.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, and a general understanding of MS Project/Primavera P6.
• Ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive relationships.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, troubleshooting, problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.

Bird is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). This is a core part of our culture and guides our actions and strategic priorities. We strive to create an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and share their unique perspectives and talents. Our ongoing commitments focus on addressing inequities and promoting a better understanding of diversity to build an inclusive and fair culture.

We recognize that diverse teams are more knowledgeable, perform better, and achieve greater success. As such, we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and creating opportunities for all employees to grow and succeed.