VDC Coordinator

EllisDon Corporation
$60,982 - $77,217 a year
Ottawa, Ontario
Full time
3 weeks ago

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We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon’s commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon’s purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve to their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

In case you’re curious, here’s what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in and our latest Impact Report, highlighting how we're putting our values into practice in areas such as the climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety."

You as a ‘VDC Coordinator’ will:

  • Be a part of a project team working in a fast paced environment with project managers, superintendents, and engineers on-site.
  • Collaborate with VDC Leadership team to build a BIM Execution Plan and VDC implementation strategy.
  • Understand the owner BIM / Employers Information Requirements (EIR) and use a custom suite of software tools to prepare model-based deliverables.
  • Have the freedom and creativity to develop project specific workflows that utilize BIM data for estimating, logistics, planning, scheduling (4D), coordination, field layout, and facilitates management.
  • Develop solutions with the project stakeholders by performing model based design and constructability review, clash detection and visualization.
  • Manage and maintain BIM data generated from various sources throughout design and construction.
  • Take ownership over coordination meetings with designers, trades, and suppliers.
  • Generate drawings and construction documents from the BIM using standardized details and workflows.
  • Work closely with the field team using the intelligent building models to track the progress on site and contribute on the overall project schedules and plans.
  • Use your 3D Modeling skills to model Architectural, Structural, MEP and Construction Logistic elements as needed for representation, visualization, and coordination.
  • Facilitate reality capture, utilizing LiDAR, Drones and 360 Photography for model integration, QA/QC, analysis, and visualization.
  • Help your project team navigate the expanding world of construction technology by teaching and mentoring them as they learn new software and workflows.
  • Participate in software testing, R&D initiatives and continue personal and professional growth.
  • Be a part of the VDC community to build on EllisDon’s rich history of innovation as leaders in the construction industry.
  • Work on one of Canada's most exciting and complex projects- Centre Block Rehabilitation

Is this the right role for you?


  • University degree/ Technology Diploma in Engineering, Architecture, M&E or related field
  • 1-3+ years of professional experience with focus on BIM Management, Modeling and technologies, preferably on site
  • Relevant experience in engineering and/or construction fields, including document production and M&E coordination works
  • Advanced experience in Revit, AutoCAD / AutoCAD Civil 3D and Navisworks is required.
  • Autodesk BIM360, Revizto, Synchro Pro are considered an asset
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and/or Bluebeam
  • High level of knowledge interpreting design and construction drawings
  • Passionate about the construction industry and innovation
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • Excellent organization, time management skills and attention to detail
  • BIM-related training or certifications considered an asset (Building Transformations, BuildingSMART)
  • RPAS (Drone) Operator Certification (Or the ability to achieve)
  • Self motivated, passionate, innovative, and creative
  • Must be eligible for Reliability CISD Clearance

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates. If you haven’t already, be sure to create a profile on our Careers page here to remain up to date on the status of your application and learn about new career opportunities as they arise.

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