Senior BIM Modeler (Civil 3D) for Water Infrastructure

CDM Smith; Rio Rancho (NM); 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 and deliver Civil 3D models and construction plan sets across disciplines with minimal guidance.

The role requires detail-oriented, self-directed work in a fast-paced environment where modeling resources may be constrained. Travel up to 10% is possible.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with vocational technical training in basic CADD drafting technology and intelligent modeling.
• 9 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Civil 3D models from conceptual layouts to IFC-level models.
• Establish horizontal alignments and vertical profiles; sample lines and cross-sections.
• Perform pipe modeling for water, wastewater, and storm systems.
• Generate plan, profile, and cross-section sheets per standards.
• Produce coordinated construction-ready plan sets across project phases.
• Maintain data management practices and model integrity.
• Coordinate models with engineers and other disciplines for constructability.

Skills

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Modeling

Communication

MS Office

QC procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CADD training

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Plan/profile 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 and deliver Civil 3D models and construction plan sets across disciplines with minimal guidance.

The role requires detail-oriented, self-directed work in a fast-paced environment where modeling resources may be constrained. Travel up to 10% is possible.