VDC Designer

About Us:

Since 1986, TPH Plumbing and Heating has served Ottawa and the surrounding area. We are a team of experienced staff and highly qualified technicians. TPH is a strong, energetic, and professional team that consistently meets and exceeds customer requirements and expectations. To help us achieve this, we need to have a strong and supportive construction team.

We’re proud to share that TPH was ranked as one of the Best Places to Work 2024-2026 by the Ottawa Business Journal! This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering a positive, supportive, and growth-oriented workplace. When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job—you’re becoming part of a company that values its people, invests in their success, and celebrates a culture of collaboration and excellence.

About the Role:

The VDC Designer will build fabrication quality models for all types of piping systems, then enjoy seeing their work become reality in our prefabrication shop and on site.

Responsibilities:

- Design plumbing and mechanical systems following local codes, project documents, and the company’s standard operating procedures.
- Using BIM capabilities, develop system drawings per company standards.
- Produce coordination drawings.
- Produce shop/spool drawings for fabrication.
- Prepare As-Built drawings.
- Assist with survey layouts (e.g. sleeving, anchors, underground).
- Assist with the identification and resolution of field technical issues.
- Read and interpret construction documents.
- Work closely and collaboratively with the project teams.
- Attend on-site coordination meetings as required.
- Other responsibilities or directives as assigned by the VDC Manager.

What You’ll Bring:

- Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, BIM, Architecture or related field is an asset.
- Experience in a construction-related field, and in Plumbing/Mechanical is an asset.
- Knowledge of Ontario Building Code is strongly preferred.




- Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft 365 (Excel).
- Proficiency in 2D/3D modelling software, Autodesk (BIM 360, CADmep), AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite is an asset.
- Programming skills (Python, C#, C, Java, Dynamo) are an asset.
- Excellent knowledge of construction techniques and details.
- Strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize.
- Bilingualism (English and French) an asset.

What We Offer:

- Balanced work hours
- Competitive salary, perks package, and pension plan
- Paid vacation time and sick/floater days
- Laptop
- Opportunities for professional growth and development

Additional Information:

TPH Plumbing and Heating is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please let us know.

TPH Plumbing and Heating does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants. However, please be aware that some third-party tools we utilize in our recruiting and selection process may incorporate AI technology.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Position Availability: Filling Vacancy

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- When are you available to start?

Education:

- Secondary School (required)

Experience:

- Revit: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 VDC Designer (Ottawa)
🏢 TPH Plumbing & Heating
📍 Ottawa