Area Digital Delivery Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and architecture firm in Texas is seeking an experienced Digital Delivery Manager to lead the Digital Delivery practice. This role involves managing BIM workflows, supporting Architecture, Engineering, and Construction teams, and overseeing the development of Digital Delivery standards. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and impactful collaboration across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with civil engineering and architectural projects.
• Proven track record as BIM Manager on large scale infrastructure projects.
• Extensive knowledge of BIM, design development, and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and expansion of Digital Delivery practice.
• Standardize and grow the Digital Delivery Program across projects.
• Lead Digital Delivery Management for regional mega projects.

Skills

Digital Delivery Management

BIM Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Civil3D

Revit

Navisworks

BIM360

Microstation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

The Area Digital Delivery Manager will oversee the development and expansion of HDR’s Digital Delivery practice within the Transportation Business Group, supporting Architecture, Engineering, and Construction teams across Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas.

This role is responsible for standardizing BIM and VDC workflows, including advanced capabilities such as 3D clash detection, 4D phasing, 5D cost estimation, and digital asset management.

The position collaborates closely with area Market Sector and Business Class teams and Transportation Digital Delivery Leadership to enhance project delivery through technology, develop standards and training, and build a high‑performing Digital Delivery team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, growth and resourcing of the Digital Delivery practice for the area to support Architecture, Engineering and Construction teams.
• Standardize and grow the area Digital Delivery Program to support VDC/BIM, Data Acquisition, 3D Clash Detection, 4D Construction Phasing, 5D Cost Estimation and Asset Management across various sectors within the Transportation industry.
• Work in close coordination with area Project Controls, Geospatial Information Management, and Visualization & Interactive Design teams to enhance project delivery within the area through effective use of technology related services.
• Assist National Digital Delivery Leadership in developing Area/Regional BIM Standards, best practices, training, knowledge sharing networks, technology implementation and thought leadership while establishing regional presence to support growth of Digital Delivery practice within the area.
• Identify appropriate staffing needs through working with area leadership in building Digital Delivery team and BIM Staff to enable successful Digital Delivery of Projects.
• Lead Digital Delivery/BIM Management of Regional Mega Projects, working alongside Project Managers to develop scope and fee of Digital Delivery services, write and enforce BIM Execution Plans, establish and communicate standards, protocols and best practices while working collaboratively with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Work with Area CAD Managers to lead team members in coordinating submittals for clients, governmental agencies, permitting agencies, etc. for reviews, approvals, and other milestones.
• Lead team and establish best practices for performing thorough QA/QC of models and sheet files for standards compliance and discipline coordination.
• Set up, implement and oversee Common Data Environments for projects with support of application specialists.
• Handle multiple, demanding, and complex projects in a timely manner with accurate and measurable results.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Digital Delivery/BIM Management, demonstrated performance of managing large linear infrastructure Digital Delivery programs to integrate Civil and Architectural Design.
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or similar preferred.
• 10+ years of experience with civil engineering/site development & architectural projects, with proven track record serving as BIM Manager on large scale infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in model authoring/CAD software such as Civil3D, Revit, Microstation, and OpenRoads Designer.
• Proficiency in BIM management and coordination tools such as Navisworks, BIM360, Bentley Infrastructure Cloud/iTwins, Synchro, and Assemble, supporting BIM uses like clash detection, 4D construction phasing, model health assessments, extended reality, digital twins, and digital asset management.
• Ability to manage CAD standards and workspaces in Common Data Environments (e.g., ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud), with familiarity with ISO‑19650 standards.
• Certified Professional in Bentley OpenRoads Designer or Civil 3D, with experience integrating GIS into BIM workflows and publishing 3D models to GIS.
• Understanding of reality capture methods and integration of existing conditions data into design workflows.
• Awareness of current and future artificial intelligence applications in the AEC industry and BIM/CAD, including potential benefits and risks.
• Requires extensive knowledge of BIM, design development, construction documents, technical and engineering knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including ability to gather, organize and interpret data for process monitoring or business case development.
• Oral and written communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 5 years digital design (BIM element authoring) and 3 years digital delivery (model management) experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of all discipline relations and operations of building systems.
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Advanced skillset of 3D coordination tools.
• Advanced skillset of Microsoft Office products and communication tools.
• Familiar with industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications.
• Familiar with basic automation and programming applications for efficiencies.
• Familiar with 3D design software add‑ins and supporting applications.
• Familiar with content creation and management concepts.
• Superior client service, communication, and presentation skills are essential.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to effectively serve as a first line of technical support.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.