BIM Lead

Stantec; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a GTA BIM Leader to spearhead Building Information Modeling best practices. This role emphasizes leadership and technical expertise, ensuring consistency in project delivery within the architecture and engineering sectors. You will actively engage in process improvement, user support, and training while fostering collaboration across teams. With a focus on large and complex projects, particularly in the healthcare sector, you will have the opportunity to influence digital project delivery standards and enhance design outcomes. Join a forward-thinking firm dedicated to sustainable design and impactful projects.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in AE industry with 5+ years in BIM technologies preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of BIM best practices.
• Provide guidance on project scope and digital project execution.

Skills

BIM Technologies

Project Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in AE profession

Tools

Autodesk Buildings Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Newforma

SketchUp

dRofus

ProCore

Job description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

As the GTA BIM Leader, you will represent our Business Centre, spearheading the development and implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM) best practices. Your role is crucial for process improvement, user support, training, and assisting Practice/Technical leadership and project management in strategic initiatives. You will provide leadership, technical expertise, and ensure consistency of product and process to enhance project and design delivery within the GTA Buildings Practice (Architecture & Engineering).

Your Key Responsibilities

• Actively lead in monthly Digital Practice Meetings, representing local architectural and engineering practice needs.
• Serve as a liaison for BIM-related matters both internally and externally.
• Lead and influence the implementation of interdisciplinary standards and improvements in digital project delivery.
• Provide guidance to project teams on project scope (BIM related), approach, setup, delivery, including the development and implementation of Digital Project Execution Plans.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of templates, families, and other digital content to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Conduct regular reviews of projects to ensure quality and adherence to the Company standards.
• Evaluate and recommend new BIM-related technologies.
• Lead regular end-user support and training sessions.
• Communicate corporate initiative and standards effectively across the studio, office, or Business Centre.
• Allocate 60% of your time to leadership and management tasks (BIM Managers will report to BIM lead), with the flexibility to adjust based on project needs.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrated success in large and complex project delivery, particularly in AE design projects and APD deliveries.
• Deep understanding of Buildings systems design, layout, and coordination.
• Expertise in modeling, drafting, visualization software, including the Autodesk Buildings Suite and associated plug-ins.
• Strong grasp of design coordination/clash detection processes and technologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio and Project, and a functional knowledge of industry-standard software such Bluebeam, Newforma, SketchUp, dRofus, and ProCore.
• Essential attributes include technical expertise, superior communication skills (verbal & written), customer service orientation, attention to detail, organizational skills, teamwork, and initiative.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the AE profession/field required.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in the AE industry, with at least 5 years focused on BIM technologies and processes preferred.
• At least 3 years of management/leadership experience preferred.
• Large & Complex project experience (Healthcare Sector experience preferred).

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.