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Job Title: VDC Specialist/Coordinator
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated VDC Specialist/Coordinator to join a dynamic team supporting a mechanical contractor with a focus on plumbing and HVAC projects. The specialist will be responsible for creating, managing, and coordinating detailed 3D models for plumbing and HVAC systems, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration across project teams using advanced BIM tools such as AutoCAD and Revit.
Responsibilities
- Create, manage, and coordinate detailed 3D models for plumbing and HVAC systems to support design, fabrication, and installation processes.
- Generate shop drawings, spool sheets, and fabrication details from models for prefabrication and field installation.
- Participate in coordination meetings and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Assist in implementing new technologies and processes related to VDC and BIM.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure models align with design intent and installation requirements.
- Perform clash detection and resolve conflicts between mechanical, electrical, and structural components.
Essential Skills
- Piping knowledge
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a relevant field
- Experience with Revit and Revit MEP
- Familiarity with scanner imaging software
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Scanner experience is a nice to have for occasional project scanning tasks.
Work Environment
The role is primarily office-based with 80% of the time spent in the office and 20% involving travel to sites in Buffalo for project information gathering and scanning tasks.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cheektowaga, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cheektowaga,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000