BIM Designer

Egan Company; Champlin (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Egan Company is seeking a BIM Designer to join our Electrical Solutions & Prefabrication team in Champlin, MN, with a hybrid work arrangement. The BIM Designer will oversee model management for design and VDC projects and lead development and maintenance of Egan’s Revit infrastructure.

Responsibilities include establishing CAD standards, producing how-to documentation, advancing CAD initiatives, collaborating with project stakeholders, and supporting the Virtual Construction Group with modeling,

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Two-year technical degree in Electrical Construction Design or related field
• AutoCAD 3D and/or Revit highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop CAD standards and best practices.
• Create documentation for how-to's, best practices, and standards.
• Collaborate with others to establish CAD development initiatives.
• Execute CAD development initiatives.
• Assist the Virtual Construction Group Manager, the Chief Information Officer (IT), and others to obtain and implement CAD hardware.
• Investigate and test new technologies and techniques.
• Assist with project work: answer user questions, create project content, establish BIM execution guidelines, model, annotate, and perform 3D coordination.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

CAD standards

Education

High school diploma

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Suite

Job description

Overview

Egan Company is seeking candidates for a BIM Designer role located in Champlin, MN to join our Electrical Solutions & Prefabrication team! The BIM Designer oversees model management tasks for design and VDC projects and spearheads the development and maintenance of Egan’s Revit infrastructure.

With the flexibility of working hybrid in this role, you can collaborate alongside team members and project partners with a blend of working in the office and at home.

Responsibilities

The basic responsibilities of the BIM Designer include but are not limited to the following:

• Collaborate with others to develop CAD standards and best practices.
• Create documentation for how-to's, best practices, and standards
• Collaborate with others to establish CAD development initiatives. These initiatives should add value to CAD deliverables and contribute to Egan’s bottom line. Specifically, CAD development should accomplish one or more of the following:
  • Reduce on site construction labor
  • Reduce CAD labor
  • Realize opportunities for off-site fabrication
  • Reduce material waste
  • Accelerate project schedules
  • Reduce informational errors
  • Increase informational precision
  • Enable Egan to communicate information of appropriate quantity and kind. The model is rich with information, but not all of it needs to be extracted and shared. However, if the overall benefit of sharing more information exceeds the cost, then it should be shared. How that information is shared is also critical. We want tools and processes that enable our documentation to be easily and intuitively understood.
• Collaborate to prioritize CAD development initiatives
• Execute CAD development initiatives.
• Assist the Virtual Construction Group Manager, the Chief Information Officer (IT), and others to obtain and implement appropriate CAD hardware.
• Investigate and test new technologies and techniques
• Assist with project work
  • Answer user questions
  • Create project specific content for Virtual Design Construction projects
  • Establish BIM execution guidelines with other project stakeholders (owner, owner’s rep, contractor, architect, etc.). Communicate these guidelines to the in-house team.
  • Assist with modeling, annotating, and 3D coordination
  • Visit construction sites for verification and as-building
  • Attend 3D coordination meetings
  • Perform 3D modeling with main focus towards pre-fabrication
  • Assure the design results in conflict-free installation.
  • Create files for Trimble locating system
• All other duties as assigned.
• Build strong internal partnerships, work collaboratively with other Egan groups to support Egan’s Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• Required: High school diploma
• Two year technical degree in related program such as Electrical Construction Design or related field
• AutoCAD 3D and/or Revit highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Effective teacher, in small or large group settings
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Adept at envisioning, goal setting, and planning
• Able to delegate as necessary
• Able to prioritize and juggle multiple projects
• Creative problem solver
• Highly organized
• Proactive learner
• Self-starter
• Fundamental knowledge of architecture and mechanical and electrical systems
• CAD competencies:
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • Navisworks
• Other technical competencies:
  • Previous experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite

Working Conditions

• This role is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement - working a mix of in the office and at home.
• Occasional travel to job sites for meetings with foreman, site verification and job site meetings.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Exposure to loud noise, dirt, and exposure to the elements are to be expected on job sites.
• Climbing ladders/stairs, uneven ground, bending, kneeling, and twisting are to be expected on job sites.

Benefits, Perks and Pay Beyond the Industry Standard

Egan supports team members and their families with comprehensive benefits. From robust healthcare benefits and generous paid time off, to flexible working options and career growth opportunities, Egan is committed to providing a workplace that helps you thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health and Well-being: in addition to medical, dental, vision insurance options, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term, or long-term disability coverage, you're offered comprehensive mental healthcare and support for you and your family
• Retirement Plan: we offer robust retirement benefits with a 401(k) plan with company matching contribution and profit sharing
• Time-Off Programs: to help you recharge you’ll enjoy a generous PTO program and paid holidays
• Professional Development: we support education or career growth by offering educational assistance and regular learning and development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave: utilize parental leave which allows for paid time off with a new child
• Rewards and Incentives: we recognize your contributions through additional rewards or compensation that may include an annual discretionary bonus, lead incentive program, and safety buck program
• Community Involvement: our “Beyond the Jobsite” program supports causes in the communities in which we live and work through regular volunteer events to connect with each other and help those in need

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions (benefits for union roles are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements) nor part-time and temporary roles. View more information online about Egan’s investment in benefits for you. #LI-Hybrid

Salary Range: $69,000-$90,000 (subject to such factors as experience, education, and/or skill set) plus potential annual discretionary bonus.

Hybrid: This role is eligible for our hybrid work model. To ensure a strong start, we ask for a minimum of 90 days in the office at the start to wrap your arms around the role, build essential in-person connections, and gain the organizational knowledge needed for success before transitioning to our hybrid schedule.

Strong Culture Built on Values and Keeping Promises

At Egan, you’ll be part of a team that shares a passion for redefining the industry by setting a new standard of customer care. Together, we'll promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and prioritize safety. You’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to providing the growth and success you're looking for, both for yourself and for the customers you serve. You’ll love being part of success shaped by the strength of our team, which is enhanced by:

• Solid history as a legacy leader in specialty contracting and system integration for over 80 years
• Private ownership and operations by employees who work in the company (not a holding company or private equity firm)
• Engaging leadership who prioritizes your safety, your development, and your impact
• A proven track record of employee retention and loyalty
• Flexible and hybrid workplace models that prioritize collaboration and customer needs

From general contractors and architects to building owners and facility engineers, Egan collaborates throughout the entire construction or project process with the shared goal of maintaining best-in-class relationships with our internal teams, customers, and business partners. At over 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work sites, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, we’re proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.

Application Instructions and Employment Practices

Egan Company will not discriminate against or harass any employee or application for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, familial status, local human rights commission activity, or status with regard to public assistance.

We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email [e-mail].

Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. We also participate in E-Verify.

Egan reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.