Senior Structural BIM Specialist

Degenkolb Engineers; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

401(k) with company profit-sharing

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Degenkolb Engineers in Oakland, California, is seeking a Senior BIM Specialist with expertise in Autodesk Revit and a passion for structures. This role involves delivering BIM projects, managing 3D models, and ensuring compliance with Degenkolb's quality standards.

The candidate should have over 6 years of experience in BIM software, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to model accuracy. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary between $99,000 and $120,000 per year are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of Autodesk Revit 2023-2026 experience.
• Working knowledge of BIM model coordination software.
• Close attention to detail and rigorous model discipline.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage 3D models in Revit for various projects.
• Leverage knowledge to develop high-quality construction documents.
• Maintain efficient and well-organized BIM project folders.

Skills

Autodesk Revit

BIM software experience

Navisworks

Bluebeam Revu

Dynamo

Education

Associate’s degree or Revit Structure Certified Professional credential

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Forma (Autodesk Construction Cloud)

Job description

Position Overview

Our Oakland office is currently seeking a creative Senior BIM Specialist with a passion for structures, construction, and learning. This position is responsible for delivering BIM projects to meet client requirements, project goals, and Degenkolb quality standards.

Compensation

The pay rate for this position generally ranges between $99,000 and $120,000 per year.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and life insurance, 401(k) with company profit‑sharing, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, a generous paid time off program and company holidays, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, and financial support for professional activities.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage 3D models in Revit to support design development for a variety of project types, including large‑scale, highly complex projects
• Leverage knowledge of typical building structure and construction to develop high quality construction documents from initial creation through construction administration.
• Maintain efficient and well‑organized BIM project folders.
• Actively engage in resolving BIM planning and coordination issues to meet schedule and budget goals.
• Meet with project teams weekly to share updates on project status.
• Provide technical support for Revit and AutoCAD to engineers and other BIM staff.
• Help develop and implement Revit standards and mentor staff on best practices.
• Develop ways to improve modeling efficiency.
• Identify, comprehend, and follow the BIM standards applicable to assigned projects when drafting and modeling.
• Frequently review project modeling and drafting work to ensure accuracy and correct technique.
• Assist in updating Degenkolb BIM User Guidelines.
• Participate in the Degenkolb Technical Conference.

Requirements

• 6+ years of Autodesk Revit 2023-2026 and related BIM software experience in a structures or related department.
• Working knowledge of Forma (Autodesk Construction Cloud).
• Experience with BIM model coordination software such as Navisworks and Revizto.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu and Studio sessions.
• Experience using Revit add‑ins and third‑party software to increase workflow efficiency, such as Ideate Software, Dynamo, and pyRevit.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD in a structural engineering or architectural setting. Construction experience a plus.
• Experience with large‑scale healthcare, education, civic, science and technology, or industrial manufacturing buildings.
• Experience in managing construction-document production from start to finish.
• Ability to maximize modeling productivity and efficiency.
• Ability to meet challenging project schedule deadlines.
• Ability to learn and implement new internal technologies and workflows on large‑scale, complex projects.
• Close attention to detail and rigorous model discipline to accommodate high LOD requirements where they apply.
• Ability to problem‑solve complex and unique modeling and project management challenges in Revit, including developing custom families and parameters where needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with staff and clients in different geographic locations.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Associate’s degree or Revit Structure Certified Professional credential preferred.

Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where a wide range of perspectives, skills, and experiences are welcomed and respected.