BIM Technician - Structures

Stantec; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a BIM Technician to support small to medium projects and larger teams on bigger projects. You will help set up models, manage files, and produce drawing documentation using Revit with attention to BIM standards.

Expect to perform clash detection, coordinate with project teams, and develop Revit content while contributing to training and process improvements. On-site work in LA region likely.

Qualifications

• Strong Revit knowledge and BIM fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Build Information Modeling concepts.
• Revit family creation and maintenance.
• Clash detection in Revit; Navisworks preferred.
• High initiative and client-focused approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Awareness of architectural/engineering field design processes.

Responsibilities

• Sets up new BIM models and maintains project file structure.
• Prepares drawing documentation with PMs and design staff.
• Works in Revit Structure on 3D projects and manages multiple models.
• Creates data files compliant with Stantec and client requirements.
• Converts markups to ready-to-deliver documents.
• Publishes and manages drawing sets, maintains revisions.
• Mentors design staff in Design Technology systems use.
• Identifies efficiencies and adds value to BIM production.
• Participates in meetings and training to expand knowledge.

Skills

Revit proficiency

BIM / BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING

Clash detection (Navisworks)

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Technical college certificate

Advanced degree in related field

Certifications relevant to the position

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a BIM Technician to work under direction of the BIM team on small and medium projects, or as part of a larger team on large projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Sets up new BIM models and maintains file structure for projects.
• Works with project managers and technical design staff to prepare drawing documentation.
• Skillfully works in Revit Structure on 3D projects, including maintaining multiple models, creating views, accurate object placement, and structural geometry.
• Creates electronic data files in compliance with Stantec and client requirements.
• Convert markups to document-ready work.
• Publishes, posts, and manages drawing sets.
• Maintains drawing revisions.
• Assists other staff with Revit issues and mentors design staff in Design Technology systems use
• Adds insight and makes recommendations to add efficiencies and value to BIM production.
• Increases technical and project knowledge by proactively identifying and participating in training opportunities.
• Attends in-house project meetings and external meetings
• Actively participates in meetings, initiatives, and projects that support studio and firm-wide goals.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong working knowledge of recent versions of Revit; and how they are applied within the built environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Build Information Modeling.
• Revit family creation and maintenance.
• Skilled at clash detection in Revit. Clash detection skills with Navisworks is preferred.
• Client-centric, can-do approach to project work and assignments.
• Familiarity with methods of design to support the architectural/engineering field.
• High level of initiative, with ability to synthesize new technologies, industry trends, and client needs to make recommendations and initiative changes that add efficiency and value.
• Ability to multi-task and synthesize multiple data points and instructions to timely produce accurate deliverables.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Certificate from technical college.
• Minimum 3 or more years of relevant experience with Revit, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Related experience in the architectural/engineering/contractor industry.
• Familiarity with structural design within the built environment is preferred.
• Advanced degree in related field.
• Certifications relevant to the position.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.