BIM Manager

AIA Ohio; Kentucky; On-site; USD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Education and Development

Job summary

The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) seeks a BIM Technical Manager to lead the state's Building Information Modeling standards, deliverable review, and digital facility information strategy. The role focuses on evaluating BIM deliverables from external design and construction teams against OHIOBIMS standards.

This owner-representative position coordinates across seven state agencies, manages QA/QC for BIM milestones, and advances a 15-year roadmap to a digital twin ecosystem, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum five (5) years in owner-side construction project management or capital program delivery.
• Minimum two (2) years overseeing BIM programs, standards, or digital deliverables.
• Experience reviewing BIM models for LOD/LOI, clash detection, and asset data checks.
• Proficiency with CDE platforms and BIM data governance.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve BEPs submitted by design/construction teams for compliance with OHIOBIMS.
• Lead QA/QC reviews at 30%, 60%, 90%, and turnover milestones and ensure data completeness.
• Coordinate across seven state agencies and provide BIM guidance to agency coordinators.
• Administer enterprise CDE configuration, access, and integration points.
• Engage with industry groups to foster statewide BIM adoption.

Skills

BIM standards

QA/QC

CDE platforms

Cross-agency coordination

Model review

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management or related field (Engineering / IT / Architecture / GIS)

Tools

Autodesk ConstructionCloud

Procore

ProjectWise

Job description

The OFCC BIM Technical Manager serves as the State of Ohio’s lead authority on Building Information Modeling (BIM) standards, deliverable review, and digital facility information strategy. This is an owner-representative role focused on evaluating, validating, and accepting BIM deliverables produced by external design and construction teams against established state standards.

The BIM Technical Manager is responsible for the stewardship of the OFCC BIM Standards (OHIOBIMS), coordination of BIM implementation across seven state agencies, oversight of the enterprise Common Data Environment (CDE), management of QA/QC processes for BIM milestone submissions, and industry engagement to build statewide BIM adoption. This position leads a 15-year phased roadmap transitioning Ohio’s facility portfolio from traditional documentation to an integrated digital twin ecosystem.

Key Activities, Roles, and Responsibilities

Standards and Program Management

• Maintain and evolve the OFCC BIM Standards, BIM Execution Plan (BEP) templates, ModelElement Tables (MET), and Asset Information Requirements (AIR).
• Lead the BIM Implementation Steering Committee, preparing agendas, facilitating quarterly meetings, and tracking progress against the 15-year roadmap milestones.
• Develop and manage annual program budgets, consultant contracts, and technology platform licensing.

BIM Deliverable Review and Quality Assurance

• Review and approve project-specific BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) submitted by design and construction teams for compliance with OHIOBIMS requirements.
• Conduct or oversee QA/QC reviews of BIM model deliverables at 30%, 60%, 90%, and turnover milestones — verifying Level of Development (LOD/LOI), model organization, file naming, coordinate systems, clash detection evidence, and asset data completeness.
• Classify submissions as Accepted, Accepted with Conditions, or Rejected per established non-conformance and corrective action procedures.
• Validate COBie/asset data deliverables for completeness and accuracy before CMMS integration, ensuring data meets Minimum Viable BIM for Facility Management (MV-BIM-FM) specifications.

Agency Coordination and Support

• Serve as the primary BIM resource for seven state agencies (DAS, ODOT, DVS, DRC, DYS, ODNR, and OFCC K-12 program), tailoring guidance to each agency’s BIM readiness level.
• Support agency BIM Coordinators with technical guidance on CDE usage, model review procedures, and CMMS data handover workflows (360 Facility, Nuvolo, TELs, OnTrack).
• Coordinate cross-agency data sharing, standardization, and portfolio analytics initiatives.

Technology and CDE Oversight

• Administer and configure the enterprise Common Data Environment (Autodesk ConstructionCloud or equivalent), including folder structures, access permissions, and integration points.
• Evaluate and recommend BIM-related technology platforms, automated model-checking tools, and emerging digital twin, IoT, and analytics solutions.
• Oversee data governance, security protocols, and compliance with Ohio OIT policies and ORC149.433.

Industry Engagement and Training

• Plan and deliver statewide BIM training workshops, webinars, and the annual BIM Summit for state agency staff and the design-construction community.
• Develop and maintain tutorial libraries, FAQ resources, and the OFCC BIM Standards website.
• Engage with industry organizations (AGC Ohio, AIA Ohio, ACEC Ohio) to gather feedback, build buy-in, and refine standards collaboratively.

Contract and Procurement Support

• Draft and maintain standard BIM contract specifications and special provisions for design and construction agreements.
• Advise OFCC project managers on BIM scope requirements, fee justification, and deliverable acceptance for individual projects.
• Support development of Model as Legal Deliverable (MALD) framework and associated intellectual property provisions.

Capital Project Management

• Administers and provides direction on overall statewide construction projects, including architectural and construction management activities for state and community-owned capital improvement projects (i.e., state agencies, higher education, K-12 school districts).
• Provides direction, rules, and policy interpretation; provides insight into statewide K-12 programs, master plans, and policies for OFCC.
• Works with both Project Manager and Project Coordination staff to foster consistency.
• Assists owners and OFCC project staff in selecting appropriate project delivery method (i.e., multiple-prime, CM as Advisor, CM at Risk, Design-Build, General Contracting) for a specific project; provides guidance and negotiation of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals.
• Troubleshoots for and expedites projects as they progress through design and construction phases.
• Coordinates with owners, design professionals, consultants, construction managers, contractors, building officials, inspectors, and plan examiners.
• Participates in A/E, CMA, CMR, DB, and Consultant selection processes.
• Advises on qualification- based selection, best value selection processes, and technical proposals.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit ourTotal Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion ofeligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in owner-side construction project management, facility management, or capital program delivery — including oversight of design and construction consultants and contractor deliverables.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience managing or overseeing BIM programs, standards, or digital deliverable requirements in an owner, client, or program management capacity.
• Experience reviewing and validating BIM models and data deliverables for compliance with established standards, including LOD/LOI verification, clash detection reports, and asset data completeness checks.
• Proficiency with Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms (e.g., Autodesk ConstructionCloud, Procore, ProjectWise) including configuration, user administration, and workflow management.

Experience developing or managing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), Model Element Tables(METs), or Asset Information Requirements (AIRs).

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Facility Management, Information Management, Engineering Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• Professional certification in BIM management such as AGC Certificate of Management–BIM(CM-BIM), buildingSMART Professional Certification, or Autodesk Certified Professional.
• Working knowledge of ISO 19650 information management principles and the National BIMStandard–United States (NBIMS-US) framework.
• Experience with public sector or government BIM programs, including familiarity with public procurement, contract administration, and statutory requirements for public works.
• Knowledge of OmniClass classification systems, IFC open data standards (IFC 4.3+), and OpenBIM interoperability principles.
• Working knowledge of COBie (Construction Operations Building Information Exchange) data structures, schema validation, and asset data delivery workflows for facility management handover.
• Experience with CMMS/CAFM platforms (e.g., 360 Facility, Nuvolo, Maximo, or similar) and understanding of asset management principles including how BIM data integrates with preventive maintenance, work order systems, and facility lifecycle planning aligned with ISO55000.
• Familiarity with digital twin concepts, IoT sensor integration, and building automation system(BAS) data — sufficient to define requirements and evaluate vendor solutions.
• Experience with automated model-checking or validation tools (e.g., Solibri, Navisworks, SMC)for standards compliance review.
• Demonstrated experience leading change management initiatives in organizations transitioning to BIM or digital information management, including training program development and stakeholder engagement.

Supplemental Information

OFCC is committed to providing access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any point during the interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education, and/or training related to the job duties of the position they are applying for. You must clearly identify how you meet the minimum qualifications throughout your application and in your supplemental question responses.

Background Information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis before employment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test will not be offered employment.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Compensation: $45 – $64/hour *commensurate with experience