BIM Program Manager

LaBella Associates•Rochester, NY

2d•$95,000 - $11,000

About The Position

The BIM Program Manager is responsible for leading and managing the firm’s BIM program and related design technology execution. This role ensures consistency, quality, and efficiency in how BIM and core design tools are applied across projects and disciplines. While BIM program leadership is the primary focus, this role also provides broader input and oversight on design technology initiatives that extend beyond BIM — including automation and emerging technologies where they intersect with BIM — working closely with the Practice Technology Leader to align day-to-day execution with firm-wide strategy. This is a hands-on leadership role that balances people management, standards governance, technical oversight, and practical project support.

Requirements

10+ years of BIM experience including BIM management and production workflows in architecture, engineering, or construction industry required
2+ years of experience managing technical teams required
Experience across multiple AEC disciplines (Architecture, Civil, MEP, Structural) required
Strong understanding of Revit and related BIM tools; familiarity with adjacent design technologies.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing standards and templates across multiple disciplines
Strong understanding of interdisciplinary coordination and project delivery processes
Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work collaboratively and to coordinate multi-office initiatives

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Own and manage the firm’s BIM program across disciplines and offices.
Establish, maintain, and enforce BIM standards, templates, families, and workflows.
Ensure consistent application of BIM execution plans, model setup, and coordination practices.
Oversee model quality, health, and compliance with internal standards.
Directly manage BIM Managers, BIM Coordinators, and related roles.
Set priorities, workloads, and performance expectations for the BIM team.
Mentor team members and support professional growth and skill development.
Serve as the escalation point for complex BIM and model coordination issues.
Provide input and guidance on design technology tools and workflows that impact project delivery (e.g., model coordination, documentation workflows, data exchange, and automation).
Support evaluation and refinement of tools that intersect with BIM and production, including automation and emerging technologies.
Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks in current workflows and propose improvements.
Partner with project teams to support complex or high risk projects.
Assist with BIM execution planning on major pursuits or projects.
Support troubleshooting of advanced modeling, coordination, and performance issues.
Help ensure technology supports project delivery rather than becoming a burden.
Maintain clear governance for BIM standards, updates, and change management.
Coordinate with Practice Technology Leader on prioritization of initiatives.
Help translate strategic technology goals into practical, executable actions.
Track adoption, effectiveness, and pain points related to BIM and design tools.
Work closely with the Practice Technology Leader to align BIM execution with firm wide technology strategy.
Coordinate with IT, Operations, and Practice leadership as needed.
Collaborate with Design Technology Champions and discipline leaders to gather feedback and drive improvements.