Senior Structural BIM Specialist

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.

Success at SOM Means

• Ideas:  We believe in a meritocracy of ideas.  We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.  

• Knowledge:  We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning.  We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.

• Product:  We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.

• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work.  Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.

• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration.  A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.

• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Position Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains the project BMP (BIM Management Plan), including identifying goals and objectives for the utilization of BIM, in collaboration with Project Engineer.

• Collaborates with the Project Digital Design Coordinator in developing BMP for each project.

• Creates, develops, and manages the BIM model and drawings for structural engineering components of projects at all stages, from concept through to Construction stage.

• Coordinates BIM model management with other disciplines.

• Monitors the BIM models for quality and content throughout the project delivery process and at specific project delivery milestones.

• Monitors and tracks team compliance with BIM standards and guidelines.

• Works with structural engineers and BIM technologists to develop structural engineering BIM and drawing deliverables.

• Sets up or oversees processes to distribute drawings, models or other project deliverablesLeadsthe implementation of BIM technology and research & development.

• Provides CAD drawing (or other legacy drawing platforms) support as required.

• Coordinates and contributes to developing and implementing firmwide standards relating to BIMworkflow and management and drawing graphic standards.

• Develops best-practices for managing data and data flow in Revit model and schedules (as well as between external data sources and Revit).

• Develops and advances innovative ideas to support the work process.

• Proactively handles a reasonable workload to meet project task deadlines and commitments and manage own time effectively.

• Keeps informed of industry standards, trends and developments related to Revit / BIM modeling and documentation practices. Disseminates this knowledge to peers.

• Implements and tests new ways of working and improving product and process.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Directly trains and mentors assigned team members as appropriate.

• Coordinates firm-wide technologies, standards and guidelines with fellow BIM Specialists in other offices on a consistent and regular basis.

• Oversees BIM software training for staff and monitors staff BIM experience levels.

• Identifies and evaluates productivity gains to be made utilizing third party software.

• Organizes and leads weekly Project Digital Design Coordinator meetings.

• Participates in firm-wide Digital Design Leadership conferences.

• Contributes to the internal SOM community and occasional external activities.

• Participants in engaging in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree or two years of college training or equivalent.

• Ten (10) or more years of professional experience in Revit to document structural information for a variety of building projects.

• Demonstrates attention to detail and consistency in model-building, data-organization, and drawing set-up with a graphical style that is clear, consistent and artful.

• Demonstrated ability to create and coordinate complex BIM / Revit structural building models and assemble drawing deliverable packages at all levels of detail and project stages

• Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a project level.

• Actively collaborates at a project team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas.

• Effectively communicates internally through timely and appropriate means.

• Thorough understanding of structural engineering concepts and terms.

• Thorough knowledge of structural building systems and details (e.g., reinforced concrete, structural steel, timber).

• Demonstrates the highest level of abilities and knowledge in Revit Structure.

• Expertise in one or more of the following: Tekla Structures, Navisworks, Rhino, Grasshopper, CATIA, appropriate scripting languages.

• Fluency in the use of Dynamo scripting inside of Revit.

• Experience with project planning and tracking.

• Knowledge of the operation of information technology systems.

• Proactively seeks out opportunities for professional growth.

Our Benefits:

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance.

Work/Life Balance: Hybrid/Flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program.

Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development. 

Our Culture:

Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. Here, you’ll collaborate with industry experts on some of the most exciting and transformative architecture, engineering, and planning projects in the world.

We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices. 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline: www.som.com/employment_opportunities_and_policy

 For more about SOM: www.som.com

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