Senior BIM Modeler - Civil 3D for Water Infrastructure

CDM Smith; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Building Information Modeler for our Water Services Group to support site development and water infrastructure projects. You will develop and manage Civil 3D models, generate plan sheets, and ensure constructability across disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires independent work, attention to detail, and collaboration with engineers, surveyors and designers. Domestic/international travel may be required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Civil 3D models from conceptual layouts through IFC-level models.
• Establish refinements: horizontal alignments, vertical profiles, sample lines, sections.
• Perform earthwork, volume analyses, and model-derived quantities.
• Produce construction-ready plan sheets and coordination with multiple disciplines.
• Maintain data management and model integrity across project lifecycles.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, surveyors to preserve design intent and constructability.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Civil 3D modeling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CADD drafting training

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Building Information Modeler for our Water Services Group to support site development and water infrastructure projects. You will develop and manage Civil 3D models, generate plan sheets, and ensure constructability across disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires independent work, attention to detail, and collaboration with engineers, surveyors and designers. Domestic/international travel may be required.