Structural BIM Specialist 3

HDR, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Structural BIM Specialist 3 in Kansas City. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering accurate 2D and 3D BIM models, ensuring compliance with Digital Delivery requirements while coordinating across disciplines. A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.

The position emphasizes advanced skills in 3D design software and communication, crucial for maintaining the discipline model and ensuring project success. This is a full-time role with opportunities in the Bridges and Structures business.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related industry experience.
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver BIM modeling, producing 2D and 3D models.
• Maintain the discipline model and project documentation.
• Coordinate design with other disciplines through reviews.

Skills

3D design software

BIM modeling

Microsoft Office

communication skills

attention to detail

organizational skills

Education

Technical degree or related education and experience

Tools

Microstation

3D Coordination tool

Job description

Structural BIM Specialist 3

In this role, you will be responsible for the Bridge Group’s BIM modeling, delivering 2D and 3D models, and coordinating across disciplines.

• Work for the Bridge Group, with minimal direction from the Bridge Engineer or other technical professional.
• 2D bridge plan emphasis in Microstation with some 3D.
• Be responsible for the discipline model and will generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope.
• Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline.
• Be skilled with the software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements.
• Have an advanced understanding of architectural/engineering documentation, plan presentation for the specific discipline design, and how it interacts with other discipline models.
• Accurately model BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software.
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, 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.
• Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health.
• Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes.
• Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience
• A minimum of 5 years related industry experience
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations: United States-Kansas-Wichita, United States-Missouri-St Louis

Industry: Bridges

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting: Mar 18, 2026