BIM Project Lead: MEP Coordination (Hybrid, Fort Worth)

Upgrade Resources

Fort Worth (TX)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Schedule

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

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Annual incentive program

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Job summary

Upgrade Resources in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a BIM Project Manager / Coordinator to lead BIM coordination across multiple mechanical and MEP construction projects. You will manage BIM Coordinators, drive model quality, coordinate with Project Managers, estimators, fabrication teams, and field leadership, and deliver fabrication-ready deliverables; strong hands-on BIM/VDC and leadership required.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in BIM/VDC with a proven track record in commercial HVAC, piping,

Qualifications

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
5+ years of BIM, VDC, mechanical detailing, MEP coordination, or related commercial-construction experience.
Experience leading BIM coordination for commercial HVAC, plumbing, mechanical piping, or MEP construction work.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple active projects, priorities, and coordination deadlines.
Experience mentoring, leading, or directing BIM Coordinators, detailers, or design-support personnel.
Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, equipment submittals, and contract documents.
Proficiency with Autodesk Revit and Navisworks; ability to manage model coordination and clash-detection workflows.
Working understanding of constructability, fabrication, installation sequencing, field conditions, and commercial mechanical-construction means and methods.
Strong organization, written communication, meeting facilitation, problem-solving, and stakeholder-management skills.
Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Trimble tools, fabrication software, or related construction-technology platforms. (Preferred)
Experience supporting mission-critical, healthcare, semiconductor, clean-room, industrial, data-center, or other high-complexity commercial projects.(Preferred)
Mechanical contractor experience involving plumbing, HVAC, piping, sheet metal, or prefabrication operations.(Preferred)
Experience developing BIM standards, coordination procedures, model-quality controls, or team training programs.(Preferred)
Industry credentials such as Autodesk certification, CM-BIM, or relevant trade/technology certifications.(Preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead BIM coordination and design activities across multiple fast-paced mechanical and MEP construction projects.
Manage, mentor, and provide technical direction to BIM Coordinators and detailing staff.
Develop and maintain accurate 3D models for HVAC, plumbing, mechanical piping, and related trade scopes.
Lead model coordination meetings with general contractors, trade partners, design teams, Project Managers, fabrication, and field leadership.
Identify, document, and drive resolution of clashes, constructability concerns, access issues, installation conflicts, and coordination risks.
Review construction documents, specifications, equipment submittals, design models, and field conditions to establish accurate modeling and coordination strategies.
Create coordinated drawings, installation plans, spool drawings, shop drawings, hanger layouts, and fabrication-ready deliverables as required.
Coordinate closely with estimating, procurement, project management, fabrication, and field operations to align model outputs with cost, schedule, procurement, and installation needs.
Track coordination milestones, model deliverables, RFIs, design changes, fabrication requirements, and field revisions.
Support prefabrication planning by ensuring models are accurate, complete, and usable for production and installation.
Perform model-quality reviews and maintain established BIM standards, naming conventions, documentation practices, and quality controls.
Conduct jobsite visits as needed to validate existing conditions, support installation teams, and resolve coordination issues.
Communicate progress, risks, priorities, and solutions clearly to internal leadership, clients, general contractors, and trade partners.
Contribute to continuous improvement of BIM/VDC workflows, technology adoption, training, and team performance.