5D BIM Specialist - Independent Contractor
Location: Philippines, Remote.
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor Agreement for Provision of Services (long-term).
Industry: Mission-Critical Facilities, Data Centers.
Role Summary
Support large-scale hyperscale and AI data center projects across North America, focusing on model-based quantities, design change analysis, and BIM data quality. Collaborate closely with BIM/VDC, estimating, and project teams to ensure accurate quantity and cost impacts are reflected in real-time.
What We Offer
- Experience in a high-tech industry completing work for an international company.
- Unique, cutting-edge data center projects.
- Dynamic collaboration partnering with a team focused on engineering.
- Competitive hourly rate in USD.
- Remote collaboration.
- Supportive dynamic environment.
- English classes provided.
What You Will Do
Model-Based Quantification & 5D BIM (Core Focus)
- Extract, manage, and validate model-based quantities from multidisciplinary BIM models using Assemble.
- Ensure quantities are derived from correctly structured and modeled elements.
- Create and maintain consistent quantity breakdowns aligned with data center scopes.
- Maintain quantity accuracy and traceability across model revisions.
Design Change & Impact Analysis
- Perform model comparison and quantity change analysis between Revit model versions.
- Communicate quantity and cost impacts to estimating and project teams.
- Support rapid design iteration typical of hyperscale projects.
BIM Data Quality & Coordination
- Review Revit models for parameter completeness, consistency, and classification.
- Coordinate with BIM authors to resolve issues impacting quantities.
- Support internal BIM and 5D standards aligned with US client requirements.
Collaboration with Estimating & Cost Teams
- Export structured quantity data to Excel or other cost tools.
- Support early design estimating, option comparisons, and value engineering.
- Act as the connection point between BIM/VDC teams and cost-focused stakeholders.
Reporting & Data Visualization
- Prepare quantity reports, change summaries, and dashboards for internal teams and US-based clients.
- Use Power BI to visualize quantities, trends, and design changes.
- Support repeatability and auditability of quantities across program-level projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience with BIM models in production, coordination, estimating, or VDC.
- Experience on large-scale, technically complex projects (data centers, mission-critical, industrial, or large commercial).
Software & Technical Skills
- Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit.
- Understanding of model structure, parameters, categories, and modeling logic.
- Experience with Assemble preferred; willingness to learn Assemble welcomed.
- Advanced Excel skills for quantity analysis, exports, and validation.
- Experience with Power BI a strong plus.
- Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud workflows is a plus.
Communication & Other Skills
- English proficiency B1 or higher.
- Strong communication skills, able to explain technical information to non-BIM stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and analytical mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple models, packages, and deadlines in parallel.
- Comfortable working with distributed teams and US-based clients.
Independent Contractor Notice
This engagement is strictly as an independent contractor. No employee benefits, tax withholding, insurance, or pension contributions will be provided. The contractor must comply with all tax and labor obligations in their country of residence. The contract will be governed by Texas, United States law.