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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Virtual Design Modeler - **Company:** Ogden & Company, Inc. - **Location:** Arlington, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $81,741.0 - $122,611.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 3d Models, AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Design Studio, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Navisworks, Modeling and Simulation, Autodesk Autocad - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-virtual-design-modeler-arlington-va--ebad2cab-6ef9-4318-86e1-082b0338525a ## About the Role * 8+ Years Drafting/Design in the Construction industry (or experience gained through school projects) * 8+ Years Knowledge of construction methods and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the discipline * 8+ Years Experience drafting a variety of HVAC, Duct, Pipe or Plumping systems * Proficient understanding of Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk Fabrication, or Navisworks, 3D Modeling, Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Building Codes, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Design, Cost Control, Energy Modeling, HVAC, Hospital, Incentive Programs, Leadership, Life Insurance, Manufacturing, Piping, Plumbing, Power Plant, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Safety/Work Safety, SketchUp, Technical Support, Vision Plan ## Description Work effectively and collaboratively with all team members, using digital informational tools to assist the Associate Architect in facilitating an efficient design process; optimizing the coordination of multi-discipline challenges and enhancing successful design. Produce detailed constructible design-drawings that support the delivery of complex design projects with BIM and other tools, typically up to an LOD of 400. Key/Essential Functions and Responsibilities: BIM/VDC Design Modeling: * Develop expertise in creating digital representations of physical and functional characteristics of a building or facility. * Manage collision detection across multiple disciplines * Lead modeling efforts for production of walk-through videos. * Develop expertise in BIM Technology to support in optimizing designs for client requirements at the appropriate levels of development (LOD). * Develop 3D BIM models up to an LOD 400, or as needed, for handover to construction and fabrication teams. * Coordinate with BIM-VDC teams to facilitate the best flow of information and the setting up of models to support delivery. * Develop expertise with 4D and 5D functionality to analyze different construction sequences and techniques to optimize cost and schedule. * Prepare BIM models for use in other software, such as programs for fluid flow analysis or energy modeling. * Coordinate integration with a range of software (Autodesk, Bentley, SketchUp etc.) to facilitate design understanding. BIM/VDC Set Up and Operations: * Understands and interprets BIM Execution Plan for project team. * Leads the drawing set up for project team. * Ensures other drafters on project team have necessary set up and processes on hand. * Contributes to the Design Studio's development of Revit and all the VDC processes. * Seeks to initiate the most advanced use of BIM and VDC tools. BIM/VDC Construction Modeling: * Initial SystemModeling: * Develop expertise in generating 3D model of piping, plumbing and/or ductwork systems in compliance with building codes, construction standards, contract documents, and instructions from the project leadership. * Route piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork systems. * Show all components and systems. * Coordination: * Lead the efforts to overlay piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork systems with other trades. * Manage the re-route of piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork as required. * Produce sign-off record drawings. * Work with the Model management of the projects assigned. 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