VDC & Fabrication Manager

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We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary

VDC & Fabrication ManagerReports To: The Fabrication Onsite Coordinator reports to the Senior ProjectManager or Project Executive

The Fabrication Onsite Manager leads the development ofthe strategy, process, coordination, and installation of fabricated products onprojects. They will be the single point of contact and be accountable for VDC &Fabrication process for the on-site project team. This position will have directinvolvement in the model development (routings/means and methods etc.), andcoordinate with the project team in regard to specifications, scheduling, logistics,offsite storage requirements, procurement, and identifying deviations from theestimate with constant communication with project teams (Through weeklymeetings with scope owners etc.).

 

Authority: The Fabrication Onsite Coordinator is empowered to provide projectspecific design direction to planners, modelers, drafters, and fabrication involvedwith their project to ensure efficiency & constructability.

Qualifications

Key Job Functions: 

 

• Coordinate the development of the fabrication plan.

ο Coordinate with Regional Fabrication Manager to Identify all items that can be fabricated VDC & Non VDC

ο Review location of fabricated items (marked up on drawings) with field leadership.

ο Assure that the fabrication plan is executed correctly.

• Coordinate with the project coordinator to develop the project fabrication schedule.

ο Incorporate all activities from PLD, VDC, fabrication, and delivery.

ο The VDC & fabrication deliverables should follow the overall project schedule and flow of the project.

ο Work with the VDC scheduler to ensure the VDC Process is on schedule, and that the schedule is up to date.

• Lead the development of the logistics plan.

ο Establish delivery routes and times.

ο Provide an unloading plan. ο Establish the method of delivery to the installation site.

ο Coordinate with fabrication team on sequence of installation.

• Own the process ο Coordinate with the VDC and Fabrication teams to provide content for the Project Execution Meeting. ο Present the fabrication plan to the team during the Project Execution Meeting.

ο Responsible for the VDC and fabrication portion of the constraint log.

ο Provide feedback in the form of a weekly status report in ACC. Copies of the reports should be sent to the business unit President/Vice President/or Director/Project Team/VDC & Fabrication Team.

• Lead on-site quality controls ο Perform pre-install field checks ο Verify point files are up to date prior to point layout. ο Verify package assemblies are packaged in correct order.

ο Verify Field team understands Fabrication Packages & shop drawings ο Verify fabricated items are being installed properly. ο Document issues for continuous improvement. 

• Coordinate closely with the Field Solutions team for deployment of Total Stations, Scanners, and OpenSpace tools and layout needs.
• Ensure all company, client, and project policies/procedures are followed as specified.
• Oversee the project fabrication execution through administrative direction of on-site supervision to ensure the project is built following design, budget, and schedule.
• Actively interface with the customer (project team) to validate expectations are understood and met before, during, and after project completion.
• Offering innovative solutions to develop methods of procedures in sequence of operations.
• Responsible for continuously expanding and updating professional knowledge and honing skills and competencies to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity.
• Facilitate relationship between Miller field teams and VDC, Fabrication teams.
• Attend VDC Kickoff Meetings, Weekly VDC Meetings, GC Coordination Meetings, Fabrication Production Meetings.

Tools used:

• Bluebeam
• Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Navisworks
• Excel
• Project Coordination SOPs
• Project Tracking documents (schedules, drawing trackers)
• Constraints log
• Smartsheet Dashboard

Qualifications/Experience/Knowledge:

• Working experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud
• 3+ years of Field experience in the construction trade
• Electrical construction experience
• Basic knowledge of Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) applications and 3D design.
• Experience with installation of Fabrication.

 

Core Competencies:

• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Ability to empathetically interpret and communicate others' concerns and feelings.
• Building Collaborative Relationships: Cultivating partnerships within and outside the organization for support and information.
• Diagnostic Information Gathering: Skillfully seeking necessary information and using questioning to draw out reluctant information.
• Technical Expertise: Proficient in Revit, Navisworks, ACC, Bluebeam, Trimble point layout, excel, word, etc...
• Thoroughness: Ensure completeness and accuracy in work, carefully preparing for meetings, and following up on commitments.
• Initiative and Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying needs and acting on them; welcoming challenges.
• Result Orientation: Focusing on goals, setting challenging targets, and meeting or exceeding them.
• Stress Management: Maintain composure under pressure and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Personal Credibility: Convey reliability, responsibility, and trustworthiness; take ownership of duties.

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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