Virtual Design Coordinator

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With over 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Virtual Design Coordinator is responsible for the execution of BIM/VDC activities across active projects. The role ensures models and deliverables are accurate, coordinated, and construction-ready while acting as the link between VDC teams, Project Managers, site leadership, and trade partners.

Duties & Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

• BIM/VDC coordination across multiple active projects
• Act as the primary liaison between VDC, Project Managers, field teams, engineers, and trade partners
• Ensure models are accurate, coordinated, and aligned with current design and field conditions
• Manage model quality, including constructability, completeness, and version control
• Oversee clash detection processes and drive timely resolution of coordination issues
• Coordinate production of shop drawings, installation drawings, and other project deliverables
• Ensure deliverables are issued accurately and in accordance with project schedules
• Provide technical leadership and support to VDC coordinators and modelers
• Review outputs for quality, consistency, and adherence to standards
• Lead or participate in coordination and project meetings; prepare model views and updates
• Track action items, responsibilities, and deadlines
• Maintain and improve VDC workflows, file management practices, and internal procedures
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process
• Support adoption of new technologies (e.g., 3D scanning, reality capture) and related training
• Evaluate tools and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Respond to field issues, design discrepancies, and coordination challenges
• Ensure alignment between model outputs and field execution

Competency Requirements

• Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen)
• Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing)
• Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others)
• Customer Focus (understand the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
• Holds Self and Others Accountable (take personal responsibility to meet commitments)
• Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions)
• Teamwork and Collaboration (work cooperatively and collaboratively with others)
• Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity)

Education & Skill Requirements

• Completion of college program in Mechanical or CAD CAM Technology and 2-5 years’ experience
• Preference to engineering education, mechanical engineering technology 
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• BIM/VDC experience in construction or fabrication environment
• Proficiency in Revit and Navisworks (or equivalent tools)
• Strong understanding of constructability, sequencing, and coordination
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams
• Familiarity with document control and project workflows

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process.

We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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