Senior BIM Specialist

ArchKey Solutions; Clinton (MD); On-site; USD 83,100 - 99,700; Full time

Job summary

ArchKey Solutions is seeking a Senior BIM Specialist to support electrical installations by developing fully constructible 3D models and detailed construction documents. Based out of our San Jose, CA or San Francisco, CA offices, you will collaborate with project managers and design teams to ensure timely, accurate BIM deliverables.

You will model, annotate, and clash-detect in Autodesk software, review vendor drawings, and assist in creating calculations and schedules.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in BIM, engineering or related field.
• 3–4 years of BIM modeling experience.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Evolve software is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical contracts, plans, drawings and specs.
• Desire to learn electrical design and construction; team player.

Responsibilities

• Produces constructible BIM models and detailed electrical documents.
• Collaborates with project managers and design teams to move projects forward.
• Applies modeling, clash detection and sheet annotation techniques.
• Prepares calculations, cable pull schedules, and reports as needed.
• Participates in BIM coordination meetings and communicates with stakeholders.

Skills

BIM modeling

Electrical design

Reading electrical contracts

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Evolve

Job description

ArchKey Solutions

Senior BIM Specialist

Location: San Jose, CA, United States
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Project Delivery

Description

SENIOR BIM SPECIALIST

This position is based out of any of our San Jose, CA or San Francisco, CA office.

About ArchKey

ArchKey is one of the nations largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. Were the POWER behind making the improbable possible.

Were electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. Were not just energizing infrastructure, were energizing careers, communities, and the future.

Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, its an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.

About the Position

As a Senior BIM Specialist, you will be responsible for providing building information modeling (BIM) services for Company projects and assisting in the development of fully constructible 3D models and detailed construction documents as necessary to support field electricians with challenging electrical installations. The Senior BIM Specialist plays a key role in collaborating with project managers and other internal and external team members that involves project planning as required for each specific project.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
• Is detail oriented and has strong organizational skills.
• Can work independently and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.

Day in the Life

• Executes and tracks daily work plans. Provides recommendations for changes to improve standards and procedures, as necessary. Provides technical support to project managers, field personnel, estimators, and customers. Responds to questions and addresses problems with appropriate resolutions and plan revisions as needed.
• Works closely with design teams while applying detailed attention to modeling, clashing and annotating sheets. Gathers and requests specific information from other design disciplines necessary to move forward and complete electrical designs on schedule. May review the work of co-workers as needed.
• Produces constructable 3D model content and detailed electrical construction installation documents. Completes 2D and 3D drafting tasks to support electrical construction initiatives, utilizing standard Company software, such as Autodesk software.
• Develops conceptual designs, sketches, or value engineering ideas to help project managers or estimators prepare estimates. Prepares calculations, specifications, cable pull schedules, reports and other documents as needed. Coordinates this type of work with other employees as needed.
• Consults with vendors and reviews project shop drawings for design accuracy and contract requirements. Works with project managers as needed to develop engineered construction installation drawings from contract documents developed by outside firms.
• Attends BIM coordination meetings and maintains appropriate communications with all appropriate parties as needed. Makes plan changes according to feedback received. Escalates cost and scheduling issues to manager.
• Develops a high level of understanding in the installation of electrical systems, the National Electrical Code, and other building codes. Stays informed of new electrical and safety codes, materials, technologies, techniques, and practices. Participates in electrical construction-related training to maintain a high level of proficiency and updated technical skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in building information modeling (BIM) trade school, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-4 years of BIM modeling experience.
• Proficiency in using Autodesk, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office software. Experience using Evolve software is a plus.
• Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, and specifications and basic knowledge of the National Electrical Code preferred.
• Basic project management experience and skills. Understanding of the project life cycle.
• A strong desire to learn more about electrical design and construction, with a commitment to being a dependable team player and growing with the Company.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required .

Salary Range

• $83,100 $99,700 annually, based