VDC Manager

William R. Nash specializes in Mechanical Services in Healthcare, Hospitality, Correctional, and Sports & Entertainment markets from concept to completion, maintenance to repair and everything in between. With more than 54 years of service under our belt, William R. Nash continues to be recognized as an industry leader who delivers superior craftsmanship, a factor that has never wavered since inception.

William R. Nash seeks talented performers and offers a challenging and rewarding work environment that emphasizes trust, team, grit, and growth. We are a division of HB Global, LLC, an employee-owned organization, and believe that our people are our most important asset.  This is why we are committed to attracting highly skilled, caring individuals to join our team; you share in the success that you help create.

We are a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title:               VDC Manager

Department:        Engineering

FLSA Status:        Exempt

Reports to:            Vice President of Operations

Salary:                   Commensurate with experience Benefits

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for managing the Engineering / BIM team on creating HVAC shop, fabrication, permits and BIM drawings from engineering documents. Coordinate drawings with other trades and work closely with Project Managers, field personnel and vendors. The position requires good problem solving and communications skills and a strong understanding of Florida construction and building codes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Primary duty includes the exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.
• Operate CAD equipment to create work drawings on large commercial projects.
• Ability to read contract drawings and equipment submittals.
• Set up and maintain drawing packages for all new-project BIM Execution Plans.
• Prepares shop/detail drawings and as built drawings.
• Use the latest version of REVIT to prepare all shop drawings.
• Able to perform material take offs from shop drawings as required.
• Generate concise information to be supplied with Request for Information (RFI’s) or field questions when discrepancies arise.
• Verifying all RFI, ASI or PR changes are incorporated in all shop drawings.
• Able to prepare prefabrication spool drawings.
• Ensures and maintains quality for finished drawings.
• Prepares drawing required for government/ county permits and utility companies.
• Develop detailed pipe layout and isometric drawings.
• Develop and maintain HVAC and Plumbing piping part families.
• Coordinate the plumbing with other trades i.e. structural, piping, duct, electrical & interior design
• Considerable knowledge of both HVAC and Plumbing systems and equipment in term of function and local codes
• Conducts site verification as required.
• Maintains and updates electronic and manual records of the company.
• Always secure all company documents.
• Maintains shop drawing log for all projects.
• Recommend changes for improvement in the system, methods and procedures.
• Abides with the company rules regulations.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the VDC Director.
• Able to make coordination changes to drawings with knowledge of local codes and installation.
• Deep knowledge of Revit MEP.
• Stay up to date with current and future software development.
• Able to communicate with others within the company as well as vendors, customers and general contractors.
• Show willingness to share knowledge with others.
• Accept change as a necessary process for successful execution of our projects.
• Bring optimization to work every day.
• Always be in control of your destiny.
• Never stop learning.
• Confidentiality is essential.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• For consideration, candidates must have a minimum of ten years of MEP & HVAC experience.
• For consideration, candidates must be able to successfully complete the Human Resources onboarding process and pass the Safety Orientation training without the assistance of an interpreter.  This includes fully understanding the content delivered by the instructor and passing the associated exams independently. Employees must also be able to receive and understand instructions provided by their supervisor and communicate directly with them without the need for interpretation services.
• For safety, operational efficiency, and compliance reasons, the ability to understand, communicate, and follow workplace safety instructions in English is required.  Reasonable accommodation will be provided as necessary in accordance with applicable laws.
• The employee must consistently uphold, embody, and promote the Core Values of the company in all interactions, decisions, and daily responsibilities.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• A.A. degree in design/drafting or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency with software tools including AutoCAD, Navisworks, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and other related 3D detailing software tools.
• Must be able to hear, and speak clearly with professional standard grammar
• Ability to perform field surveys
• Demonstrates and displays honesty, integrity and personal accountability.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to interface with construction industry professionals with professionalism and credibility
• High achievement orientation and work ethic.
• Problem-solving attitude.
• Passion for construction industry.
• Good judgment and common sense.
• Actively participates in open, honest, and effective communication with company personnel at all levels.
• Demonstrates an attitude that fosters teamwork.
• Demonstrates forthrightness, the ability to proceed straight ahead, and be frank and candid, with open, honest and in-depth communication Speak freely.
• Dealing with issues effectively.
• Demonstrates resilience; quickly recovers from adverse issues.
• Develop strong personal relationships and hold peers in our organization personally accountable for their duties and responsibilities.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Each employee has a responsibility for their own safety, the safety of their co-workers, and the community in which they are operating.
• In the performance of duties and responsibilities, you are expected to observe all safety, health, and loss prevention rules, practices, and procedures, as well as specific instructions related to the safe and efficient performance of your work. 
• An effective and viable safety, health, and loss prevention program will be attained only when all employees are safety conscious and keenly aware, both mentally and physically, of the potential hazards of your environment.