Structural BIM Design Lead

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising seeks a Structural BIM Design Lead to manage structural design aspects within the Building Engineering Services Group. Responsibilities include generating and maintaining BIM models, coordinating with other disciplines, and mentoring staff.

Qualifications include a technical degree, 10 years of experience, expertise in Revit and Civil 3D, and strong leadership skills. This full-time position is based in Bellevue, WA, with additional opportunities in Seattle and Everett.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of related industry experience.
• Advanced skills in 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Knowledge of industry standards, practices, codes, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage all aspects of structural design.
• Generate and maintain discipline BIM models.
• Coordinate with other discipline models.

Skills

Structural building and infrastructure design expertise

Proficiency in structural 3D modeling using Revit

Leadership and mentoring skills

Advanced understanding of engineering concepts

Excellent communication skills

Education

Technical degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Revit

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Structural BIM Design Lead

The Structural BIM Design Lead will independently manage all aspects of structural design within the Building Engineering Services Group, preparing BIM models, documentation, and deliverables that meet project specifications and standards.

Responsibilities

• Work for a specific discipline without external direction from architects or other technical professionals.
• Generate and maintain discipline BIM models based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope.
• Create and maintain discipline systems, content, and digital outputs, ensuring accurate BIM elements, model health, and compliance with company standards.
• Use the 3D software required by the Digital Delivery requirements to develop detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams within project schedule and budget constraints.
• Coordinate with other discipline models through Design Reviews and 3‑D Coordination processes; communicate and compile all project digital deliverables at predefined milestones.
• Archive project models at submittals and closeout and control model information such as coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match‑lines, views, and sheets.
• Teach and mentor Digital Design staff within the discipline; assist in recruiting and developing the Digital Design business class.
• Participate in close, effective communication and presentation with HDR management, production staff, and clients.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Structural building and infrastructure design expertise.
• Proficiency in structural 3D modeling and drawing creation using both current and previous versions of Revit.
• Foundational understanding of Civil 3D software, including linking, acquiring, and publishing shared coordinates.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of related industry experience.
• Advanced skills in 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Advanced skills in 3D coordination tools.
• Competency with Microsoft Office products and communication tools.
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.
• Knowledge of industry standards, practices, codes, and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational traits.
• Leadership and mentoring skills required.

Locations

Primary: United States—Washington—Bellevue

Other: United States—Washington—Seattle, United States—Washington—Everett

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Building Structural

Equal Opportunity Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.