Project Design Technology Lead - Aviation

Gensler; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) & stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler in San Francisco seeks an experienced Project Design Technology Lead to head BIM and digital modeling adoption on a high-profile aviation project.

You will partner with project leadership to establish goals, develop BIM execution plans, and coordinate with external consultants while mentoring design teams.

The role emphasizes strategic design technology leadership, advanced analytics, and continuous improvement across all design phases, with a competitive salary in the San Francisco area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical training in the building industry.
• 5+ years in a BIM/digital design leadership role across all design phases.
• Expert knowledge of Revit Architecture and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Experience leading large-scale projects; Design-Build experience preferred.
• Solid knowledge of Navisworks and AutoCAD.
• Experience with point clouds and as-built model coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of Dynamo preferred.
• Understanding of design apps such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Twinmotion, etc.
• Knowledge in Power BI for data visualization is beneficial.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, management and execution of BIM/digital modeling pipeline across all design phases.
• Partner with Regional Design Technology Leaders to monitor model metrics and data.
• Identify and resolve opportunities to optimize model management and performance.
• Develop BIM execution plans aligned with Gensler standards.
• Develop design technology strategies for projects with lean delivery considerations.
• Author and develop design solutions using various tools and workflows.
• Mentor teams and coordinate BIM training and knowledge transfer.
• Engage stakeholders to improve communication and project transparency.
• Develop workflows and tools that add value to projects.

Skills

BIM leadership

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Dynamo

Rhino

Grasshopper

Twinmotion

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in building industry

Tools

Autodesk Revit Architecture

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Dynamo

Rhino

Grasshopper

Twinmotion

Power BI

Job description

Your Role

We are seeking experienced design professionals with a passion for leadership, innovation, and problem solving to join a long‑term, multi‑office high‑profile Aviation project delivery. As a Project Design Technology Lead, the focus will be on leading BIM and other digital modeling adoption, implementation, and management at a project level. In this role you will partner with the Project Leadership team to establish goals and strategic plans in support of project objectives. Candidates must have proven experience in leading design teams and external consultants, as well as demonstrating long‑term commitment to executing high‑profile project delivery.

What You Will Do

• Lead the implementation, management and execution of BIM/digital modeling pipeline on projects throughout all phases of the design process.
• Partner with Regional Design Technology Leaders to monitor and report on model metrics and other analytical data throughout the life of projects.
• Identify and resolve opportunities around model‑management to optimize performance and user‑experience.
• Establish, communicate, and interpret changes in best practices, protocols, and other related matters.
• Develop project‑specific BIM execution plans derived from the Gensler standards framework set by the Global Design Technology leadership.
• Recognize the degree and complexity of a project and develop the right design technology strategy to optimize project performance as well as support and integrate a lean project delivery framework.
• Author / develop design solutions to address project needs using various tools, scripting, and workflows.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with client stakeholders, external partners, and project leaders by improving communication, transparency, and involvement throughout the duration of a project.
• Proactive engagement and response to general design technology support requests at the project level.
• Identify, develop, and deploy workflows, tools, and efficiencies that will bring value‑proposition to our projects.
• Lead and coordinate project‑specific BIM training.
• Research and develop on a continuous basis, innovative methods based on extensive experience and an understanding of current trends / techniques related to design technology.

Your Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical training or prior work experience in the building industry.
• 5+ years of experience in a project‑specific BIM/digital design role of all phases of design and delivery.
• Expert knowledge of Autodesk Revit Architecture and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Experience leading on large‑scale projects. Design Build experience is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of Navisworks and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated experience with point clouds and as‑built model coordination throughout a design‑build process is preferred.
• Knowledge of Dynamo is preferred.
• Highly desired understanding of design applications such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Twinmotion, etc.
• Knowledge in using data visualization platforms such as Power BI is beneficial.
• Articulate communicator, able to convey design technology concepts to all levels of design and delivery leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to listen and drive consensus through relationship building and ability to win the trust of teammates and project teams.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion and to set priorities and manage competing demands.
• Demonstrated ability to develop learning material, deliver effective training, and provide ongoing education and technological support to project teams.
• Punctual, able to adhere to deadlines, and have a strong work ethic.
• Creative thinker dedicated to problem‑solving, research, and innovation.
• If the position is located in San Francisco, Oakland, or San Jose, CA, the base salary will be estimated between $125,000 - $150,000 annually plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off.
• 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities.
• Reimbursement for professional licenses, license renewals, exam fees, and eligible tuition programs or classes.

Notice to Applicants

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