Building Information Modeling (BIM) Manager

Frontline Source Group - Nationwide Staffing & Executive Search; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary DOE

PTO and Holidays

Healthcare Plans

401k plan

Long term opportunity

Aviation infrastructure project

Job summary

Frontline Source Group – Nationwide Staffing & Executive Search seeks a Building Information Modeling (BIM) Manager in Austin, TX to lead digital design, coordination, and data strategy for a large aviation infrastructure program.

The role requires 6+ years in BIM/VDC, advanced Revit/Navisworks/Civil 3D knowledge, and experience guiding BIM standards across design partners. Security screening and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related discipline.
• 6+ years of BIM/VDC or related AEC experience.
• Experience leading BIM on large, complex projects.
• Advanced knowledge of Revit, Navisworks, Civil 3D and ACC.

Responsibilities

• Lead BIM and digital delivery for a multi phase aviation program.
• Develop and enforce BIM Execution Plans and data governance.
• Manage Common Data Environment using Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Establish model quality standards and audit procedures.
• Lead multidisciplinary BIM coordination across terminal, structures, MEP, and systems.
• Oversee clash detection, constructability reviews and issue resolution.
• Support asset data transfer to maintenance systems and COBie.
• Lead 4D sequencing and 5D cost modeling when applicable.

Skills

BIM coordination

multidisciplinary coordination

leadership

stakeholder communication

data governance

automation awareness

VDC knowledge

Dynamo/Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management/BIM/VDC

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks Manage

Civil 3D

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Dynamo

Python

Forge API

Power BI

Job description

Our client located in Austin, Texas has an immediate need for a Building Information Modeling (BIM) Manager. This is an opportunity to support a multi year, large scale aviation infrastructure program encompassing terminal expansion, airfield improvements, and campus-wide upgrades.

Client Profile

Our client is a large, recognized organization specializing in aviation construction and infrastructure. This position will support a major, multi phased airport development program involving complex terminal, airside, landside, utility, technology, and operational infrastructure.

Building Information Modeling Manager Role

The BIM Manager will lead the digital design, coordination, delivery, and lifecycle data strategy for a complex aviation infrastructure program.

This individual will establish and enforce BIM standards across multiple disciplines and project partners while serving as a key liaison between project leadership, designers, engineers, contractors, airport stakeholders, and other project participants.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead the BIM and digital delivery strategy across a large, multi phased aviation construction program
• Develop, implement, and enforce BIM Execution Plans, model standards, digital asset requirements, and data governance procedures
• Manage the Common Data Environment utilizing Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Establish model quality standards and audit procedures for design firms, engineers, contractors, and other project partners
• Lead multidisciplinary BIM coordination involving terminal architecture, structural systems, MEP, civil infrastructure, utilities, airfield systems, baggage handling, security, IT, telecom, and other specialized airport systems
• Oversee clash detection, coordination workflows, constructability reviews, and model issue resolution
• Establish asset data and COBie requirements supporting eventual transfer into airport asset management and maintenance systems
• Oversee LOD requirements through construction and final LOD 500 record models
• Support integration between BIM, GIS, project controls, scheduling, cost management, and facility management platforms
• Lead development and utilization of 4D construction sequencing and 5D cost modeling where applicable
• Support construction phasing strategies around active airport operations, passenger movement, security areas, and airfield activity
• Manage and mentor BIM Coordinators, Modelers, VDC personnel, and other digital delivery resources
• Identify opportunities to automate model validation and data management utilizing tools such as Dynamo, Python, or related technologies

Required

Building Information Modeling Manager Background Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, BIM, VDC, or related discipline
• 6+ years of BIM, VDC, design technology, or related AEC experience
• Previous experience leading BIM activities on large, complex construction or infrastructure programs
• Advanced knowledge of Autodesk Revit, Navisworks Manage, Civil 3D, and Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Strong experience with multidisciplinary model coordination and clash detection
• Experience establishing or managing BIM Execution Plans and BIM standards
• Understanding of LOD requirements, COBie, digital asset information, and project closeout requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with project executives, architects, engineers, contractors, field teams, and technology personnel
• Previous experience leading or mentoring BIM or VDC personnel
• Must be able to successfully complete required airport security and background screening
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred

• Aviation, airport, transportation, transit, or similarly complex infrastructure experience
• GIS integration experience
• Dynamo, Python, Forge API, Power BI, or other automation and analytics experience
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 or similar information management standards

Benefits and Features

• $120,000-$140,000 DOE
• Salary plus Cost of Living bonus
• PTO and Holidays
• Healthcare Plans
• 401k plan
• Long term opportunity supporting a major Austin aviation infrastructure program
• Highly visible BIM leadership position
• Exposure to complex terminal, airfield, civil, utility, technology, and specialty aviation systems
• Opportunity to influence BIM standards and digital delivery across a major infrastructure project