Senior BIM Modeler - Water Infrastructure & Civil 3D Expert

CDM Smith; Aurora (IL); 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, manage, and deliver Civil 3D models and construction plan sets across multiple disciplines with minimal guidance.

The role requires detail-oriented, self-directed individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, delivery-driven environment where modeling resources are often constrained and deadlines are tight.

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.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Civil 3D models from conceptual and preliminary layouts through fully developed IFC-level models.
• Independently establish and refine horizontal alignments and vertical profiles; sample lines, section views, and cross-section production; complex surfaces using corridors, feature lines, grading objects, and breaklines.
• Perform pressure and gravity pipe modeling for water, wastewater, and storm systems.
• Generate automated plan, profile, and cross-section sheets in accordance with firm and client standards.
• Produce coordinated, construction-ready plan sets throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Coordinate models with engineers, designers, surveyors, and other disciplines to ensure constructability and design intent are preserved.
• Provide technical direction and review as required; may guide others at times.

Skills

Civil 3D

CADD drafting

Earthwork analysis

Plan sheet automation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

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, manage, and deliver Civil 3D models and construction plan sets across multiple disciplines with minimal guidance.

The role requires detail-oriented, self-directed individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, delivery-driven environment where modeling resources are often constrained and deadlines are tight.