Virtual Design Lead at Black & McDonald Limited — NeverHard
Virtual Design Lead at Black & McDonald Limited in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Skills: 3D scanning, Change Orientation, Communicates Effectively, Constructability, Continuous learning. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
Black & McDonald Limited
Location
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Type
full_time
Required skills:
3D scanning
Change Orientation
Communicates Effectively
Constructability
Continuous learning
Coordination
Customer Focus
Digital Data Capture
Document Control
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Job DescriptionJob Description
BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multitrade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With over 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forwardthinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Virtual Design Lead is responsible for oversight and execution of BIM/VDC activities across active projects. The role ensures models and deliverables are accurate, coordinated, and construction-ready while acting as the primary link between VDC teams, Project Managers, site leadership, and trade partners.
Duties & Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)
Lead BIM/VDC coordination across multiple active projects
Act as the primary liaison between VDC, Project Managers, field teams, engineers, and trade partners
Ensure models are accurate, coordinated, and aligned with current design and field conditions
Manage model quality, including constructability, completeness, and version control
Oversee clash detection processes and drive timely resolution of coordination issues
Coordinate production of shop drawings, installation drawings, and other project deliverables
Ensure deliverables are issued accurately and in accordance with project schedules
Provide technical leadership and support to VDC coordinators and modelers
Review team outputs for quality, consistency, and adherence to standards
Lead or participate in coordination and project meetings; prepare model views and updates
Track action items, responsibilities, and deadlines
Maintain and improve VDC workflows, file management practices, and internal procedures
Identify inefficiencies and implement process
Support adoption of new technologies (e.g., 3D scanning, reality capture) and related training
Evaluate tools and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Respond to field issues, design discrepancies, and coordination challenges
Ensure alignment between model outputs and field execution
Competency Requirements
Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen)
Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing)
Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others)
Customer Focus (understand the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
Holds Self and Others Accountable (take personal responsibility to meet commitments)
Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions)
Teamwork and Collaboration (work cooperatively and collaboratively with others)
Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity)
Education & Skill Requirements
Completion of college program in Mechanical or CAD CAM Technology and 5 - 10 years' experience
Preference to engineering education, mechanical engineering technology
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
BIM/VDC experience in construction or fabrication environment
Proficiency in Revit and Navisworks (or equivalent tools)
Strong understanding of constructability, sequencing, and coordination
Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams
Familiarity with document control and project workflows
Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process.
We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.