VDC Modeler at ISAT Total Support – Portland, Oregon

Join our Team! Our employees are thriving both inside and outside of the office. We are growing faster than ever and it's not because of what we do, but how we do it. It's simple, our employees are our greatest asset. We value them and give them every reason to stay happy and motivated. We perform at high levels, fueled by an eclectic team. We boast a fun, energizing workplace with an emphasis on innovation, teamwork, quality work, and customer satisfaction.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: Competitive based on Individual Experience
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401K Program with Matching
• $100K Life Insurance
• Accelerated Growth Opportunities
• Access to the Largest Construction Projects
• Nationwide Offices
• A Competitive and Rewarding Environment
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

YOUR CAREER STARTS HERE!

ABOUT US: Tomarco Contractor Specialties LLP, (dba ISAT Total Support) is a pioneer in MEP subcontractor services, blending engineering expertise, manufacturing experience, and wholesale distribution. Since 1977, our commitment to innovation has led to cost reduction, faster installation, and a safer working environment for projects of all sizes worldwide. Our dynamic team of over 700 professionals specializes in MEP support design, technical VDC (Virtual Design and Construction), project management, detailing, project support, and more. We offer holistic solutions for projects of any size, and believe in a collaborative approach that streamlines the design and construction process, reducing project completion times.

Headquartered in Southern California, ISAT also has offices in Northern California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Georgia, North Carolina, Chicago, Atlanta, New York, Texas, and Puerto Rico. Additional expansion is expected.

INTRODUCTION

VDC Modeler is an entry-level position for virtual construction within the ISAT Total Support employment structure. The objective is to develop a general knowledge of all ISAT components and technologies, the seismic design and submittal process, and VDC Service Group Deliverables.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

• Task Completion and Coordination:
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks.

• Understand and comply with PDX VDC Service Group time entry and productivity reporting standards within NEXUS.

• Communicate with supervisors regarding task status, completion, and any additional information required.

• Technical Proficiency:
  • Basic proficiency in Navisworks for model navigation and clash detection. This includes employing actions such as viewpoints and appending files.
  • Fundamental understanding of Bluebeam for navigation and annotative purposes.
  • Basic understanding of Revit concepts including model synching, exporting, modeling principles, and documentation tools.

• Learn to populate, coordinate, and export all ISAT and CEAS related content in a BIM model.
• Understand and create 2D and 3D deliverables consistent with VDC Service Group Standards. This includes, but is not limited to, Custom Engineering Details, Seismic Bracing, Vertical Supports, Point Loads and Geolocation Point Management.
• Confirm that submitted work complies with VDC Service Group quality control standards.

• Construction and Engineering Standards:
  • Demonstrate a general understanding of construction methods, enabling anticipation of use cases and providing common-sense insights when making decisions on project objectives.
  • Apply literacy and understanding of engineering details to contribute to project accuracy and quality.
  • Familiarity with relevant sections of building codes (IBC, OSSC) and knowledge in their application to associated projects.
  • Adhere to VDC standards for drafting practices to maintain consistency and quality across projects. Demonstrating basic knowledge of proper VDC techniques including knowing when and how lines should cross and what a set of cleanly laid out sheets look like.

Note: This job description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities associated with this position, but additional tasks may be assigned as necessary to support project requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Associates degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience with increasing responsibility for project components related to BIM.
• Proven written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to present technical material.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.

Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.

Further Qualifications- The successful candidate must also pass a background check.