Digital Delivery (BIM) Lead

PAE; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 96,800 - 119,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k profit sharing

Professional development reimburse99

Commuter/parking stipend

Cell phone stipend

Life insurance and disability benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

PAE is seeking a Digital Delivery Lead in New York to coordinate BIM delivery across complex, multi‑discipline projects. You will partner with Project Managers to plan workflows, ensure model health, and mentor teams in BIM best practices.

You will provide technical guidance on model setup, QA/QC processes, and BIM standards, leveraging BIM 360/ACC/Forma to support deliverables and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Relevant BIM certifications or equivalents preferred.
• Willingness to travel and lead BIM coordination discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead BIM delivery for complex projects in partnership with Project Managers.
• Plan and coordinate BIM workflows, segmentation, links, and file management.
• Provide technical guidance on model setup and QA/QC expectations.
• Manage project model environments and digital delivery workflows (BIM 360/ACC/Forma).
• Develop and communicate BIM deliverable requirements to teams.
• Mentor junior BIM staff and share knowledge to improve standards.

Skills

BIM coordination

Leadership

Communication

QA/QC

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Travel willingness

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

BIM certification

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

BIM 360/ACC/Forma

Job description

The Digital Delivery Lead serves as an advanced project-level digital delivery lead for complex and multi‑discipline projects, providing coordination, QA/QC, technical guidance, and team mentorship. This role partners closely with project teams and Digital Delivery leadership to support project delivery, maintain alignment with firm standards, and advance consistent digital delivery practices.

Who We Are

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project’s lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long‑term operational needs. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet.

What You’ll Do

• Lead BIM delivery for complex and multi‑discipline projects in partnership with Project Managers
• Plan and coordinate BIM workflows, including model segmentation, links, and file management strategies
• Provide technical guidance to project delivery teams on model setup, coordination processes, and digital deliverable expectations
• Manage project model environments and digital delivery workflows using BIM 360, ACC, Forma, and related tools
• Support the development and communication of project BIM deliverable requirements to design and production teams
• Lead and document BIM‑related QA/QC processes in a timely manner, maintaining ongoing ownership of BIM quality throughout the project lifecycle
• Train project teams on QMP processes and BIM‑specific quality expectations
• Develop and maintain project‑specific BIM Execution Plans aligned with firm‑wide standards
• Lead BIM kickoff meetings with clients and external partners; share best practices with the team
• Demonstrate strong client service by anticipating BIM‑related needs, communicating clearly, and representing PAE’s standards and professionalism in all interactions
• Share lessons learned and contribute to BIM standards, tools, and process enhancements
• Apply BIM Level of Development (LOD) expertise to advise on project scope, fees, and deliverable expectations
• Broaden understanding of project scope, schedule, and budget to align BIM activities with overall project goals
• Mentor junior BIM staff and contribute to the development of team members through knowledge sharing and project support
• Support internal BIM development tasks and rollouts of new digital delivery tools
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of industry experience with advanced BIM responsibilities
• Relevant certification or equivalent demonstrated proficiency in BIM, digital delivery, Autodesk platforms, or related tools preferred
• Willingness to travel
• Strong communication skills and confidence leading BIM coordination discussions with project teams, clients, and external partners
• Advanced understanding of AEC workflows and multidisciplinary engineering coordination
• Strong proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC/Forma, and related digital delivery tools
• Ability to manage BIM workflows, model environments, and digital deliverable requirements on complex projects
• Strong understanding of QA/QC processes, model health, and BIM quality expectations across the project lifecycle
• Ability to advise on Level of Development, scope, and digital delivery expectations
• Proficient in Microsoft tools to support multi‑project coordination and workflow management
• Strong attention to detail and awareness of project‑wide coordination impacts, risks, and dependencies
• Ability to manage workload and priorities across multiple projects and deadlines
• Commitment to mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and contributing to standards, tools, and process improvements

What We Offer

• Hiring Base Salary Range: $96,800–$119,600 annual
• Eligible for time and a half overtime pay

The base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered. At PAE, employees are eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs. The above range represents PAE’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Benefits

• Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
• Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
• Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
• Cell phone stipend
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Hybrid work schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• 9 paid holidays including an additional employee‑selected day
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation

Our Commitment to Pay Equity

PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification: Living Future: Just Label Certification.

Fine Print

Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.