Building Information Modeling (BIM) Coordinator

BIM Coordinator (Visual Design Construction)

Work Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Position Classification: Full Time Exempt

About This Opportunity

Rockford is looking for a key member of Virtual Design Construction team. Leading BIM Coordination process and assisting project teams with the implementation of Technology, Building Information Models and Virtual Design and Construction methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Work closely with the MEP & VDC Manager to support in-house pre-construction team, design team and project management team with day-to-day and long-term duties, tasks, and training.
• Assist with the MEP & VDC Manager in developing/maintaining BIM associated contracts and documents.
• Assist with the MEP & VDC Manager in exploring more VDC Applications (4D scheduling, 5D cost, nD, etc.)
• Manage and analyze models provided by Architects, Engineers, trade contractors and consultants to identify coordination and constructability issues.
• Develop 3D models through Revit as necessary for coordination purpose only.
• Collaboratively conduct BIM coordination meetings with construction team, design team and trade contractors
• Manage coordination process, conduct clash detection, visual walkthroughs, and clash-free signoff to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Field Check for QA/QC and provide site reports.
• Conduct BIM close-out process, including the final as-built models.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural, Engineering, Construction Management, or Computer Science, preferred.
• A minimum of one year construction technology experience
• An understanding of basic construction processes, procedures, and technologies.
• An understanding of VDC and BIM within a business
• Familiarity with construction management software and cloud platforms
• Familiarity with VDC/BIM software, including but not limited to Navisworks Manage, Revit, Autodesk CAD, SketchUp, etc.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, submittals, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of MS Office, including strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Rockford offers competitive compensation, 401(k) with company match, comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off including, continued learning and training opportunities, on-site health and wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedules, and access to industry-leading technology. Team members are also provided opportunities to help shape their community for future generations through volunteer time off and opportunities for involvement with local organizations.

Who We Are

At Rockford, we’re not just in the business of creating buildings – we’re creating neighborhoods, businesses and communities and we’re looking for people who are ready to make an impact. Rockford is a nationally recognized construction, development, and property management provider ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the top 200 contractors in the nation. With regional offices in the Midwest and Southeast, we’ve built projects totaling more than $5 billion in varying scope and size, serving education, healthcare, hospitality, multi-unit, mixed-use, senior living, manufacturing and industrial clients. We’re delivering forward-thinking ideas with an approach that’s built on safety, teamwork and a dedication to quality. Rockford Construction respects and values the characteristics, talents, and perspectives that make each person unique. We believe that by bringing diverse individuals together, in an inclusive manner we can more effectively collaborate, innovate, and solve the problems that face our world. We are committed to creating and fostering a team, partners, and strategies that reflect this purpose.

Office

The work environment for this position is a typical office environment with occasional construction site visits. When in the office, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods of time. Intermittent movement, such as accessing centrally located office equipment, lifting of 35 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing, may be necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Site visits may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction.

Rockford Construction is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford Construction will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.