VDC Lead - Thermal in Phoenix, Arizona at ISAT Total Support
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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
- 401 K Program
- $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, designs, manufactures, and distributes non-structural engineering and design systems for commercial construction applications. Founded in 1977, Tomarco/ISAT Total Support has a 46-year history of continuous growth and prides itself on being the global leader in the development and sale of innovative engineering fastening systems and engineering solutions. ISAT Total Support strives to innovate and evolve our products, services and technical offering to achieve customer value, superiority and uniqueness. Our professional staff of salespeople, operations, manufacturing, and professional Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Structural Engineers has been involved from concept to completion in many of the largest projects in the United States and internationally, including hospitals, convention centers, sports venues, data centers, office building, manufacturing, and schools.
PURPOSE/SUMMARY:
The VDC Lead plays a pivotal role in ensuring effective workload distribution, facilitating interdepartmental communication, educating team members on VDC service group concepts, and ensuring seamless coordination of tasks within the organization. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, teaching skills, and effective communication abilities to support project success.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION
- Interdepartmental Communication:
- Act as a primary point of contact for communication between VDC Manager, Project Managers (PMs), client, and various teams.
- Proactively identify and resolve conflicts to maintain project momentum and foster collaboration.
- Speak in front of audiences to contribute to problem-solving conversations, coordinate with other teams, and relay projects to relevant personnel.
- Thermal Proficiency:
- Expert knowledge in Thermal Design. This includes the ability to manage a scope of work, correctly model using all resources, and quickly identify potential problems in Thermal Design.
- Manage VDC leads for upcoming projects.
- Point of Contact for DM’s and PM’s for status updates.
- Reports to DM for team updates.
- Work with VDC Specialist I, II, and III team members for issues with training and possible ways to improve.
- Have a direct line of communication to the PM for all issues related to the project.
- Expert knowledge in Thermal Terminology.
- Expert ability in creating models for new scopes of work. This includes creating the views, the layouts, the filters and all that applies.
- Expert knowledge of all ISAT and PSD manuals and details.
- Expert understanding of the ISAT workflow to ensure a clash free model.
- Expert ability to talk with the customer about issues and join meetings daily if needed.
- Expert knowledge in scheduling and printing sheets at the end of the scope of work.
- Expert ability to create and export .pcf file.
- Ability to install and troubleshoot thermal specific tools in Revit.
- Education and Training:
- Provide VDC Service Group education to new hires, covering fundamental concepts and tools necessary for project execution.
- Deliver VDC Service Group education to experienced personnel, focusing on advanced topics and techniques.
- Task Coordination and Management:
- Coordinate task completion, model syncing, and other project activities with peers to ensure alignment with project timelines and objectives.
- Ensure accurate and timely entry of project-related information in NEXUS data while utilizing communication and coordination platforms to manage task completion state, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project goals.
- Use communication and coordination platforms to manage project completion and task performance.
- Ensure correct use of naming conventions for all Thermal related content.
- Be in communication with the PM and DM for all issues at the first instance so it can be resolved quickly.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Possess an advanced understanding of BIM360 fundamentals, engineering details, and construction industry standards to support project requirements. Utilize this knowledge to instruct others on difficult project tasks.
- Conduct peer checks and ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices for clash detection and model coordination.
- Provide project direction and delegation for third party models.
- Use advanced knowledge of Revit to audit, compact, and manage the synchronization backup of models within systems. Problem-solve for any non-standard tasks and uses of the system, including file configuration.
- Facilitation and Leadership:
- Facilitate meetings and liaise with project teams, ensuring effective communication and alignment of goals.
- Provide leadership in modeling oversight and project scheduling to optimize team performance.
- Provide input and feedback on standards and business practices to senior management.
- Provide individual performance review feedback and coordinate team member reviews.
- Construction Industry Knowledge:
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of construction method standard and building codes, including but not limited to IFC, UFC, and CBC, to determine application and provide practical insights into decision-making processes.
- Detect the need and proper application of both LEAN and LEED construction techniques when appropriate.
- Capability to model thermal bracing and supports in Revit and evaluate constructability of proposed implementations.
- Familiarity with ISAT products and solutions, including ISAT hardware and engineered solutions.
*Note: This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the VDC Lead - Thermal position. Responsibilities may vary based on project requirements and organizational needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred with 5+ years of on-the-job experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and educate team members effectively.
- Advanced knowledge in software tools such as Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and BIMTrack.
- Knowledge of building codes, LEAN construction techniques, and LEED principles.
- High level of attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality, and a critical eye for design.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- With 5+ experience in VDC coordination, education, or related roles is advantageous. Their objective is to effectively populate, coordinate design models and export any other project related information for the VDC Service Group.
Further Qualifications - The successful candidate must also pass a background check.
*Equal Opportunity Employer