VDC Technical Instructor

Job Summary:

The VDC Technical Instructor is a technical educator responsible for elevating the competency, efficiency, and proficiency of detailing teams within the business. Working within the Construction Operations Development department as part of the VDC Enablement Team, this role focuses on the execution of training programs for detailers, delivering foundational training to new team members and continuous technical enrichment to existing staff.

This position, which currently reports to the VDC Enablement Manager, is essential for fostering software proficiency and ensuring detailing accuracy to meet the evolving needs of the business.

• Deliver technical training to newly onboarded detailers utilizing a standardized curriculum.

• Conduct workshops and continuous education modules for existing detailing staff to elevate software proficiency and detailing accuracy.

• Actively monitor detailing outputs during training and support sessions to ensure consistent adoption of company best practices.

• Enforce standardization across all regional VDC teams to maintain quality and consistency.

• Collaborate with the Enablement Team to provide content direction and support curriculum development.

• Support staff through enrichment programs designed to improve overall technical competency.

• Troubleshoot complex modeling issues and software challenges to support detailing teams.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support construction operations and development goals.

• In-depth technical knowledge of MEP systems and their practical application within construction projects.

• Expert-level ability to operate Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Fabrication CADmep, and Autodesk Navisworks in a production environment.

• Strong proficiency in fabrication tracking software and spooling workflows.

• Demonstrated passion for teaching, mentoring, and facilitating technical instruction.

• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to command a room during group training sessions.

• Patience and communication skills required to break down complex modeling concepts for users of varying skill levels.

• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting complex software and modeling issues.

• Ability to balance one-on-one coaching with large-scale group training sessions.

Required

• A minimum of 5-7+ years of verifiable experience in mechanical construction VDC.

• Proven history of expert-level professional use of Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Fabrication CADmep, and Autodesk Navisworks.

Desired

• Previous professional experience as an instructor, technical trainer, or mentor (e.g., JATC programs).

• Proactivity/Initiative
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  Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance
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  Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Motivation/Dedication
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  Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn
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  Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Insight
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  The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement
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  Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• People Skills
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  Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people's strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.
• Communication
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  Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
• Teamwork
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  The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture
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  Understands and contributes to the organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
• Problem-Solver
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  Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.
• Execution
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  Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify…