Senior Structural BIM Technician

Baird, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Baird, Inc. seeks a Senior Structural BIM Technician to lead the structural modeling of marine infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of CAD/BIM experience and expertise in structural systems and detailing. This role offers flexibility with hybrid and remote work options across various U.S. locations, including New York. Applicants should have strong coordination skills and experience with tools like Bentley ProjectWise and Bluebeam. Baird is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of advanced CAD/BIM experience in structural and civil environments.
• Deep expertise in structural systems, detailing, and construction methods.
• Strong knowledge of grading, alignments, profiles, and data exchange.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural modeling of marine infrastructure.
• Transform rough designs into finished construction documents.
• Draft detail drawings for various construction types.
• Review engineering drawings for CAD standards compliance.
• Coordinate with engineers, construction, and clients.

Skills

Structural systems

Multi-disciplinary model coordination

Advanced CAD/BIM experience

Detailing and construction methods

Grading and alignments

Education

Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology

Tools

Bentley ProjectWise

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Advance Steel

Job description

At W.F. Baird (Baird), you’re never just a number, you’re part of a global team that values your voice, ideas, and growth. For 40+ years, we have combined the stability of an established and trusted firm with the creativity of a niche engineering company, working where water meets land to design and deliver solutions that protect coastlines, strengthen ports, restore ecosystems, and more.

With offices across North America, the Caribbean, South America, and Australia, we offer global impact with a welcoming, people first culture. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, room to grow, and the chance to make waves alongside other talented people who share your passion.

Senior Structural BIM Technician

Full-Time | Advanced Infrastructure & Waterfront Projects | Senior-Level Technical Role | U.S. Based

We’re looking for a Senior Structural BIM Technician who thrives in technically demanding environments and enjoys building highly detailed, multi-disciplinary models that directly shape real-world infrastructure.

In this role, you’ll operate as a technical lead, driving the development of high-fidelity 3D models and construction documentation across complex marine and heavy civil projects. You’ll work at the intersection of structural engineering, civil design, and digital modeling, using industry-leading Autodesk and Bentley platforms to deliver coordinated, constructible solutions.

What You Will Do

• Lead the structural modeling of heavy civil and marine infrastructure, ensuring seamless coordination between structural Revit models and civil surface data
• Transform initial rough designs/sketches and redlines/mark-ups into finished graphics/construction documents
• Draft detail drawings of marinas, wharfs, bulkhead walls, piers, bridges, ferry terminals, hydraulic structures, structures (steel, concrete, timber & masonry) and shoreline construction (beaches, nourishment, revetments, breakwaters)
• Review engineering drawings to ensure adherence to established CAD standards
• Interact and coordinate with all stakeholders (engineers, sampling group, construction, clients, subcontractors, government agencies, etc.)

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology (or equivalent experience)
• 6+ years of advanced CAD/BIM experience in structural and civil environments
• Deep expertise in:
  • Structural systems, detailing, and construction methods
  • Grading, alignments, profiles, surfaces, and quantities
  • Multi-disciplinary model coordination and data exchange
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Structural systems, detailing, and construction methods
  • Grading, alignments, profiles, surfaces, and quantities
  • Multi-disciplinary model coordination and data exchange
• Preferred Technical Tools:
  • Bentley ProjectWise (data management & collaboration)
  • Bluebeam, Navisworks, Advance Steel

We Will Meet You Where You're At

This is a flexible, hybrid work opportunity. You can work from any of our U.S. based locations listed below. For qualified applicants we will consider 100% remote employment if we do not have an office that aligns with your location.

• Madison, WI
• Tacoma, WA
• New York, NY
• Houston, TX

W.F. Baird & Associates (Baird) is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an EOE/M/F/D/V. Baird is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work) and will not be discriminated against based on such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where Baird operates. We thank all candidates for their interest.

Baird is a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Please note applicants must be legally entitled to work in the country they are applying to. Now and in the future, without requiring employer sponsorship to be considered.

We are committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.