Senior BIM Modeler: Civil 3D for Water Infra

CDM Smith; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith seeks an experienced Building Information Modeler for water infrastructure projects. Independently develop and manage Civil 3D models and construction plan sets across disciplines with minimal guidance.

You will work in a fast-paced, delivery-driven environment, coordinating with engineers and designers to ensure constructability and design intent. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with vocational training in basic CADD drafting technology and intelligent modeling.
• 9 years of related experience.
• Travel may be required depending on duties.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Civil 3D models from conceptual layouts to IFC-level models.
• Establish horizontal alignments, vertical profiles, sample lines, and cross-sections.
• Model water, wastewater, and storm systems; produce plan sheets and construction-ready sets.
• Maintain data management, QC procedures, and model integrity across projects.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, surveyors, and other disciplines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Microsoft Office

CADD drafting commands

Intelligent modeling technologies

Education

High School diploma and CADD training

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Job description

CDM Smith seeks an experienced Building Information Modeler for water infrastructure projects. Independently develop and manage Civil 3D models and construction plan sets across disciplines with minimal guidance.

You will work in a fast-paced, delivery-driven environment, coordinating with engineers and designers to ensure constructability and design intent. Travel up to 10% may be required.