BIM Specialist

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Job Description

Prepares design/build, engineer, construction management, guaranteed maximum price, and hard-bid estimates/proposals. Analyzes quotations both prior to and on bid day. Evaluates bids of sub-contractors and suppliers for completeness of scope of work, delivery time, and compliance with the specifications and other requirements. Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings as applicable to project. Recognizes and applies appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS) structure. Processes and identifies complete scope of project with limited levels of design definition. Prepares opinions of probable construction cost estimates to applicable discipline. Develop subcontractor and vendor scopes and reviews same for completeness. Assists in coordination of overall corporate estimating functions. Contact subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing. Provides guidance to more junior staff in estimating procedures and the use of estimating software. Manages bid day and close out activities. Performs additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. 8 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Amount of Travel Required

20%

Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing. Reads and comprehends drawings and specifications and identify missing elements during design development. Ability to perform conceptual estimates in multiple trades and review estimates in many trades. Ability to estimate many types of projects/contracts. Good multi-tasking skills and ability to meet strict deadlines. Strong personal computer and Estimating and On-Screen digitizing software skills. Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

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In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Pay Range Minimum

$93,059

Pay Range Maximum

$148,907

Business Unit

CCI

Group

CCI ESS Estimating

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Employment Type

Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

COMPANY

This opportunity is with an award-winning architecture & design studio based in Los Angeles. The firm specializes in design of small and large scale works in both private and public spaces across a wide range of typologies, including cultural, single-family residential, multi-family residential, commercial, educational, civic, and infrastructure. The firm’s capabilities include all phases of project development, from research and conceptual design to schematics, design development, construction documents, bidding, negotiations, and contract administration. Offering a strong culture of critique and communication, the firm is looking to ramp up its operations to meet the high influx of new projects.

POSITION SUMMARY

The firm is looking to bolster its Revit template and detail library. It is seeking an individual who has experience in delivering a completed project in Revit and understands the nuances of the software to aid in improving company standards. The BIM Specialist will be working with knowledgeable professionals, all of whom will contribute to the conversation and reflect upon processes that worked well and those that need improvement. It will be your task to synthesize these conversations and fold the salient points into a reusable template. In addition to updating standards, you would assist staff with software on an as-needed basis. Once the standards are completed to a satisfactory level, we see this specialist joining a project team and contributing to the design/documentation process.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

Must haves

• Minimum 5+ years of post-bachelor degree Architecture firm experience
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or another related field
• Self-starter prepared to take the initiative to follow through
• Meticulous, well-organized, clear thinker with excellent time management skills
• Demonstrated expertise with Autodesk Revit, BIM 360 and related software and add-ins, with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience using the software
• Experience coordinating digital design models with consultants and contractors
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact and work well across all levels of the organization
• Integrating BIM with Project Delivery, drawing sets, standardization, integration
• Patience when assisting other team members with troubleshooting and software challenges
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Nice to haves

• Experience at all project phases – Programing, SD, DD, CDs, CA
• Experience with different project types and sectors – Residential, Commercial/Institutional, Hospitality, Exhibit, etc
• Understanding of specification integration (Materials, Assemblies, Tagging)
• Experience BIM as a deliverable, at minimum, understand the direction of the industry – model as a deliverable

WORK CULTURE, BENEFITS & WORKING MODEL

• Boutique firm culture – Close working relationship with the owner 
• Pay and benefits – Competitive compensation package with bonus, 401K contributions, generous PTO, Holiday week off, and occasional training and development programs. 
• Schedule – 40 hours a week with hybrid working options