Senior BIM Modeler—Civil 3D for Water Infrastructure

CDM Smith; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 63,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith’s Water Services Group seeks an experienced Building Information Modeler to support site development and water infrastructure projects. You will independently develop Civil 3D models and production sheets across disciplines with minimal guidance.

Role requires detail orientation, self-direction, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment where modeling resources may be constrained. Travel up to 10% is anticipated.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with vocational training in basic CADD drafting and intelligent modeling.
• 9 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Civil 3D models from conceptual layouts to IFC-level models.
• Establish and refine horizontal alignments, vertical profiles, sample lines, and cross-sections.
• Perform earthwork determinations and volume analyses from modeled surfaces.
• Produce construction-ready plan sets and coordinate with multi-discipline teams.
• Maintain data management practices and ensure model integrity across lifecycles.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Civil 3D sheet automation

Job description

CDM Smith’s Water Services Group seeks an experienced Building Information Modeler to support site development and water infrastructure projects. You will independently develop Civil 3D models and production sheets across disciplines with minimal guidance.

Role requires detail orientation, self-direction, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment where modeling resources may be constrained. Travel up to 10% is anticipated.