
VDC Coordinator
Chandos
Ottawa, ON, Canada
•4 hours ago
•No application
About
- Company Description
- Salary $70,000- $90,000 based on experience and qualifications, plus vacation and statutory holiday pay.
- While this role reports to our Ottawa office, the current work location is Chalk River, ON.
- Job Description
- At Chandos, we build more than projects—we build communities, people, and possibilities. We are looking for a VDC Coordinator who will bring expertise, collaboration, and leadership to support our Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) efforts.
- In this role, you will coordinate and support VDC/BIM development on a project-by-project basis, working closely with consultants, trade contractors, and operations staff. You’ll play a key role in ensuring VDC is used to its fullest potential to deliver successful projects.
- What You’ll Do
- Lead, coach, and mentor internal project team members to achieve project deliverables.
- Determine resources required to complete projects in line with commitments.
- Guide teams through project bids, budgeting, and other pre-construction services.
- Manage client relationships after project award to ensure an excellent experience and strong retention.
- Provide preconstruction leadership, encouraging value-based design and innovative solutions.
- Align project execution plans with Chandos’ core values by overseeing goals, risks, budgets, staffing, milestones, and deliverables.
- Support and promote a strong safety culture that reflects our corporate strategies and core values.
- Qualifications
- What You Bring
- A technical diploma in a relevant field.
- 2+ years of construction experience with a general contractor.
- Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
- Proven leadership skills with a collaborative, team-first approach.
- A relationship-focused mindset and excellent communication skills.
- Solid working knowledge of VDC software.
- Eligibility for certification with local governing bodies (ASET, APEGA).
- Technical proficiency with VDC tools, including (but not limited to) Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and related software.
- Additional Information
- Why Work With Us
- At Chandos, we believe our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent, nurture it, and provide the tools people need to make a real impact.
- We’re proud to be 100% employee owned - every team member has the opportunity to become an owner. With only one class of ownership, everyone is treated equally. We live our entrepreneurial values, and we mean it.
- What We Offer
- Competitive compensation that reflects your skills and experience.
- A comprehensive, employer-paid benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and an Employee Assistance Program.
- An RRSP matching program to support your long-term financial goals.
- Educational assistance to help you pursue learning opportunities that enhance your career.
- A recognition and annual salary review program to celebrate your contributions.
- Leadership conferences where employees can connect, grow, and collaborate.
- Regular company-wide engagement opportunities to stay connected and build community.