Structural BIM Designer — Build the Backbone of Tomorrow

HDR, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Structural BIM Designer to contribute to building structural projects. You will assist in developing discipline models and digital delivery outputs under supervision, ensuring accurate BIM elements across the workflow.

You will maintain models, produce detailed drawings, and document design outputs with precise annotations, collaborating with Architect/Engineer colleagues to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• Proficient with 3D design software and document management systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and clear communication.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the discipline model under supervision.
• Create discipline models, systems, content, and digital delivery outputs.
• Model BIM elements accurately within the current 3D software constraints.
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams from the design data.
• Maintain the discipline model with project info, coordinates, scales, and views.
• Produce discipline-specific documentation with accurate annotations.

Skills

3D design software

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Structural BIM Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Work for a specific discipline, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Assist in the development of the discipline model, with direct from the Digital Design, Architectural, or Engineering staff
• Responsible for assisting with the creation of the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output fore that discipline
• Accurately model the BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design using the current 3D software
• Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
• Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output

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Required Qualifications

• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Other Locations

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Building Structural

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Aug 13, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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