BIM Digital Design Lead

Davita Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company seeks a Digital Design Lead to enhance BIM modeling and design documentation processes. This role involves producing detailed designs and models, coordinating with architectural and engineering disciplines, and ensuring compliance with company standards. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and a commitment to quality within the design framework.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related industry experience required.
• Advanced skills in 3D design software and coordination.
• Technical degree or combination of education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain discipline model for BIM processes.
• Prepare detailed drawings and layouts according to project scope.
• Coordinate designs with other discipline models.

Skills

3D design software

Document management

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Technical degree

Associate degree in a closely related field (preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Digital Design Lead, we'll count on you to:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience


• Has knowledge of procedures for production of design developments and construction documents, a thorough knowledge of engineering planning, modeling, and detailing


• Strong computer skills in Revit - Microsoft Office, AutoCAD desired


• Database familiarity a plus


• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm


• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required


• Preference given to local candidates

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

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Kentucky-Lexington

Other Locations:United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville

Industry:Building Engineering

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Water Treatment

Job Posting:Jun 2, 2025