BIM Digital Design Lead - Communications and Security

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a BIM Digital Design Lead for Communications and Security to support HDR's ICT and Security Group. You will manage discipline BIM models, generate outputs, and coordinate with other disciplines to ensure seamless digital delivery.

The role requires advanced 3D design software skills, a minimum of 5 years in the field, strong communication, and mentoring responsibilities. This is a full-time, on-site position in Brentwood, TN as part of HDR's project teams.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent with related industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of related industry experience.
• Advanced skills in 3D design software and model management.
• Proficiency with 3D coordination tools and document management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain discipline BIM models and content.
• Create drawings and diagrams per digital delivery plan.
• Coordinate designs with other discipline models.
• Mentor junior team members and promote best practices.
• Ensure model health and adherence to standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Technical degree

Tools

3D design software

3D Coordination tool

Microsoft Office

Job description

BIM Digital Design Lead - Communications and Security - (194310)

The role of BIM Digital Design Lead will support HDR's Information & Communication Technology (ICT) and Security Group.

• Work for a specific discipline, with minimal direction from the Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Be responsible for their discipline model and will generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope
• Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline
• To be skilled with the software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements
• Have an advanced understanding of architectural/engineering documentation, plan presentation for the specific discipline design, and how it interacts with other discipline models
• Accurately model BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software
• Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
• Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output
• Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health. Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes
• Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project
• Expected to serve as a mentor and resource for junior team members, promoting skill development and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience
• A minimum of 5 years related industry experience
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure

• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jul 16, 2026

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