BIM Manager

MWA Architects • Portland, OR

1d • $92,000 - $102,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

MWA Architects is seeking a BIM Manager in our Portland office. The right person for our team is responsible, organized, and enthusiastic about MWA’s infrastructure, transportation, resource management, and housing project work. You will be inquiring, able to work independently, detail-oriented, an active listener with strong communication skills, and will work collaboratively with all design and technical staff to be an active support participant within an award-winning architecture services firm. We foster a dynamic and engaging work environment and seek applicants who will contribute to an inclusive and diverse workplace. Your responsibilities: · Assisting multiple project teams during development of design and construction documentation. · Routinely working with BIM modeling software, maintaining and implementing modeling standards, and working with our industry partners’ standards. · Involvement in future planning for potential uses of BIM: sustainable design modeling, developing 3D rendering standards, facilities management (O&M), cost estimating, integrated project delivery, digital prototyping, and digital fabrication. · This role will have a significant training aspect, including testing new hires' skills, providing technical orientation for new hires, providing fundamental and intermediate training to staff, conducting internal continuing education training sessions, including Revit training, and maintaining a high level of personal competency of software through continued use and training. · Attend conferences, seminars, and workshops for BIM and share new tools and methods with the appropriate teams to supplement training. · Responsible for developing BIM standards implementation and enforcement. · Develop a base BIM Execution Plan template. · Support project standard coordination with consultants. · Assist project teams in project setup & troubleshoot BIM software problems. · Create Revit families in response to project needs. · Create and maintain the BIM software template files. · Provide quality control for completeness and adherence to BIM standards of all models produced. · Run model clash detection software at each deliverable period. · Provide support for plotting and electronic file submissions. Including implementing digital certifications. · Manage software products, including but not limited to incorporating new version releases and customization of the product. · Evaluate new BIM-related software, plug-ins, and technologies. · Manage Cloud-based modeling platforms, IE Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro, ProjectWise. · Stay informed on best practices for the use of Revit, BIM, and other related software. · Lead the company’s BIM core user group. · Report on the firm’s current and projected state in regard to BIM implementation. · Coordinate needed hardware upgrades with IT team. · The position may occasionally require overnight travel between our Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California office locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or trade school certification related to Architecture or equivalent technical training or prior work experience in the building industry.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in design, drafting, BIM management.
• Must have an in-depth working knowledge of Autodesk software, including Cloud Modeling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed, as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
• Must be a self-starter and possess the drive to pursue continued education on BIM.
• Must possess the ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
• This position requires expertise in all aspects of the design and drafting process throughout all stages of the design process.
• Involvement with industry organizations such as AIA Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Knowledge Community, AIA Integrated Practice Knowledge Community Industry Events: AIA National Convention, Autodesk University, AUGI, Local User Groups, or local colleges and universities for future resources is a significant plus.

Nice To Haves

• MicroStation, Rhino, Sketchup, and MakerBot.
• SharePoint site setup.
• Rendering software: Lumion, Enscape, V-Ray, etc.
• Image editing software.

Responsibilities

• Assisting multiple project teams during development of design and construction documentation.
• Routinely working with BIM modeling software, maintaining and implementing modeling standards, and working with our industry partners’ standards.
• Involvement in future planning for potential uses of BIM: sustainable design modeling, developing 3D rendering standards, facilities management (O&M), cost estimating, integrated project delivery, digital prototyping, and digital fabrication.
• This role will have a significant training aspect, including testing new hires' skills, providing technical orientation for new hires, providing fundamental and intermediate training to staff, conducting internal continuing education training sessions, including Revit training, and maintaining a high level of personal competency of software through continued use and training.
• Attend conferences, seminars, and workshops for BIM and share new tools and methods with the appropriate teams to supplement training.
• Responsible for developing BIM standards implementation and enforcement.
• Develop a base BIM Execution Plan template.
• Support project standard coordination with consultants.
• Assist project teams in project setup & troubleshoot BIM software problems.
• Create Revit families in response to project needs.
• Create and maintain the BIM software template files.
• Provide quality control for completeness and adherence to BIM standards of all models produced.
• Run model clash detection software at each deliverable period.
• Provide support for plotting and electronic file submissions. Including implementing digital certifications.
• Manage software products, including but not limited to incorporating new version releases and customization of the product.
• Evaluate new BIM-related software, plug-ins, and technologies.
• Manage Cloud-based modeling platforms, IE Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro, ProjectWise.
• Stay informed on best practices for the use of Revit, BIM, and other related software.
• Lead the company’s BIM core user group.
• Report on the firm’s current and projected state in regard to BIM implementation.
• Coordinate needed hardware upgrades with IT team.
• The position may occasionally require overnight travel between our Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California office locations.

Benefits

• MWA offers a competitive salary and compensation package, including paid time off (PTO), nine paid holidays, and an employer-matched 401K.
• We offer a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSA); short-term and long-term disability insurance; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• You will be provided support in your professional development through continuing education opportunities, assistance with professional accreditations, and personalized mentorship.
• We are currently on a hybrid work schedule, working 3 days/week in the office. This is subject to change.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees