Mechanical VDC Designer - Plumbing*

Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in the states of Colorado, Florida, and Ohio, Hooper provides a wide range of services to support commercial and residential clients. Hooper provides competitive compensation and many supportive benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid holidays, Identity Theft Protection, Life Insurance, as well as Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.

The Mechanical VDC Designer is responsible for designing plumbing projects and managing all aspects of 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM). This includes creating, obtaining, evaluating, coordinating, and distributing BIM models for use in estimating, purchasing, and operations, using BIM modeling software and related tools.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Coordinate design drawings and piping layouts with various trades on a per project basis to ensure proper fit (HVAC, plumbing, electrical etc.).
• Provide design oversight to all design-build projects and assistance to project managers on design-assist projects as well as coordination efforts for typical construction sites.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret the Wisconsin Plumbing Code.
• Represent Hooper Corporation in matters of project coordination and technical assistance as required.
• Communicate with appropriate parties to resolve design issues, change orders, and approvals. Maintains organized records of active projects.
• Assist with technical interpretation and writing of RFI's as need arises.
• Create and maintain standard processes & procedures.
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise.
• Maintain high level of competency of software through continued use, training, conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Help with project estimating as it relates to potential design details and design hours required.
• Provide project kick-off information and attend meetings.
• Perform field surveys when necessary to determine actual field conditions to ensure the designed system will fit the given building structure.
• Assist with the Revit to fabrication process to maintain viable database.
• Perform additional assignments per project manager's direction.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships in the BIM and software industries.
• Performs other duties/special projects as assigned.

• 2-year associate degree in 3D design or relevant plumbing experience.
• Minimum of two years’ experience with AutoCAD, Autodesk Fabrication, NAVIS works, REVIT, or other applicable software. Additional training provided.
• Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to handle multi-tasking and set priorities.
• Must have the ability to work as part of a team.
• Good analytical and problem solving, verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team environment.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Comfortable working in a team environment with 30 - 40 personnel, designing approximately 20 - 30 jobs per year.

Description of Physical Working Environment:

• Works in normal office environment from a sitting position with a computer. Repetitive typing and computer use required. Regular bending, twisting, and light lifting with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Makes job site visits as necessary requiring driving personal vehicle.
• Works on field construction sites in all kinds of weather to survey site conditions and resolve coordination issues with the trades.
• The ability to climb up and down ladders and steps on site is required with or without reasonable accommodation.

Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, considering candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.