BIM/VDC Intern - ID

Overview

Assist with BIM model management, clash detection, site inspections, and coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• jobsite inspection
• qa/qc
• model distribution
• bim coordination
• clash testing
• meeting minutes

Tasks

-Participate in jobsite inspections of installed conditions as compared with model geometry, including photo documentation and reporting. General QA/QC using the latest platforms. -Receive and distribute model files from designers, project team members, and subcontractors. -Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machines, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Occasionally uses machinery and other tools to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, and position materials. -Attend BIM coordination meetings and take and distribute comprehensive and concise meeting minutes. -Clash test and publish Federated Models using Navisworks Manage.

Requirements

• navisworks
• office 365
• csi spec
• bachelor's
• driver's license
• visual acuity

What You Bring

-Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to; visually inspect work, look for small defects, and small parts, and/or operate machines (including inspection); use measurement devices; and/or assemble or fabricate parts. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license. The worker is required to have the ability to perform duties such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents. -General knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks Manage including Navigation and Clash Detection. -Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences. -Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method. Familiar with CSI specification system for construction. -Ability to work closely with variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential. -High School diploma or GED required. -Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills. -Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience required. -Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships. -Training in design document reading, design specifications and techniques. -Must be able to access work being done on multiple levels. -Education background in materials and methods of construction. -Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership. -Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment more than 50% of the time, with the occasional requirement to move about the construction site. -Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress. -Ability to communicate and present design and/or construction ideas to a variety of audiences. -Mental alertness, accuracy and attention to detail required. -Must be able to occasionally work in proximity to loud equipment. Must be able to wear hearing protection as necessary. Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and, on the phone/digital meetings. -Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams) and have a general understanding of working with a computer network. -Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.

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About Hoffman Construction Company

-The firm has evolved from building apartment blocks to large-scale civic and high-tech projects. -Headquartered in Oregon, it grew to become the largest general contractor based in the Pacific Northwest, expanding into over a dozen states and overseas. -It delivers preconstruction, new construction, renovations, tenant improvements, and heavy‑civil services through both traditional and collaborative methods like CM/GC and design-build. -Through its in‑house divisions—concrete, mechanical, electrical, commissioning and surveying—it self‑performs critical components to optimize schedules and control quality. -Known for iconic projects such as the Oregon Convention Center, Fox Tower, Portland International Airport expansions. -It specializes in sectors including commercial, industrial, data centers, healthcare, government, and water projects. -Over its century-long history it introduced innovations like lean construction, BIM/VDC, off‑site fabrication and advanced scheduling to tackle technical challenges. -Employee-owned since inception, its structure aligns field execution with ownership. -Despite its size, the firm retains a willingness to dive into unusual challenges—such as renovating the Space Needle at height or framing cultural landmarks like the Japanese Garden.

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