BIM Coordinator

Fessler & Bowman•Amarillo, TX

40d

About The Position

BIM Coordinators at Fessler & Bowman are self-motivated individuals who continuously seek out and implement BIM technologies into all projects. BIM Coordinators are responsible for creating 3D, 4D, and 5D models, providing data that project teams can utilize to improve overall job efficiency. Working closely with the estimating, project management, and field operations teams, the BIM Coordinator will work to ensure projects are completed on time and under budget. The below descriptions are representative of, but not limited to, the expectations of this role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent in training and experience
3+ years in BIM, or related field
Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills
Experience with the production of design documents
Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation

Responsibilities

Use BIM technologies (Tekla Structures, Propeller, AutoCAD) to produce construction models per contract documents.
Utilize collaboration system (Trimble Connect) to coordinate construction model information with internal and external project team members.
Attend estimating and project hand-off meetings to provide a visualization of the project and identify potential RFIs, value engineering, site logistics solutions, etc.
Ensure Fessler & Bowman is up to date with current industry standards for implementation of BIM technologies.
Review all change proposals and validate associated BIM model for potential constructability concerns and raise concerns to the PM, Field Operations, and client for resolution.
Develop, integrate, coordinate, and manage 3D models for design, project management, and field use during construction.
Coordinate with project team members to assist in the management/production of shop drawings.
When required, provide IFC models to general contractors for project coordination with other trades.
Work closely with the estimating team for quantity extraction to enable model-based cost planning.
Continuously refine and manage BIM application capabilities and provide training support to operations and management staff.
Coordinate models with the layout team to export layout point files for use in the field.
When applicable, work alongside subcontractors utilizing BIM to coordinate concrete reinforcement, formwork, etc.
Communicating and upholding the Company's commitment to Integrity and Code of Ethics, as well as ensuring the same for the entire team.
Attend seminars, training sessions, certification courses, etc. and translate new information to appropriate team members including a quarterly report to leadership team.
Other relevant tasks as assigned.