BIM Technician II

RTM Engineering Consultants, LLC•Irvine, CA

4d•$50,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The BIM Technician Level 2 is an experienced modeler and coordinator who works with increasing independence throughout the project lifecycle. The role owns significant portions of the BIM workflow, including model coordination, production of complete drawing sets, and beginning to guide junior staff. The technician applies working knowledge of structural systems and anticipates engineering intent, rather than only executing instructions. RTM Engineering Consultants is an MEP, Civil and Structural engineering firm that partners with clients and combines national resources with localized relationships. The role is part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that emphasizes mentoring, professional development, advancement, and a positive, inclusive team culture. The position is listed for Springfield, Missouri; Fort Myers, Florida; Phoenix, Arizona; or Irvine, California. The role develops and manages structural models, creates construction-ready drawing packages, leads interdisciplinary coordination, performs quality reviews, supports junior staff, and contributes to BIM standards and process improvements. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Associate's degree, technical diploma, or bachelor's degree in BIM/CAD Technology, Architectural Engineering Technology, Architecture, or a related field.
3–5 years of BIM production experience in a structural, MEP, or AEC consulting environment.
Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, including the ability to manage complex, federated models.
Working proficiency in Navisworks for coordination and clash detection.
Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) or BIM 360 for model management and document control.
Solid understanding of structural systems, load paths, and construction sequencing as they relate to documentation.
Ability to independently interpret and execute structural drawings, specifications, calculations, and engineer markups.
Clear, confident communication across disciplines and experience levels.
Professional accountability, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving project needs and technologies.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Dynamo for parametric modeling or workflow automation.
Familiarity with structural analysis software outputs such as RISA, RAM, or ETABS and their use in documentation.
Experience authoring or contributing to BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
Exposure to AISC, ACI, or NDS detailing standards.
Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) in Revit or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage complex 3D structural models across multiple active projects.
Produce complete, construction-ready drawing packages, including plans, sections, details, schedules, and general notes, with minimal redline cycles.
Apply knowledge of steel, concrete, masonry, and wood-framing systems to model elements accurately and in context.
Proactively identify and flag design gaps, conflicts, and documentation inconsistencies.
Maintain model health, including work set structure, view templates, phase management, and linked-file coordination.
Lead interdisciplinary coordination using Navisworks and identify and resolve clashes with architectural, MEP, and civil teams.
Serve as the primary BIM point of contact on assigned projects and coordinate with engineers, architects, and specialty consultants.
Facilitate coordination meetings and document the resolution of open items, RFIs, and model conflicts.
Manage federated model assembly and deliver coordination exports, including NWC, IFC, and PDF.
Perform thorough quality-control reviews of models and drawing sets.
Enforce company BIM standards, project BIM Execution Plans, and client-specific requirements.
Develop and maintain project-specific drawing templates, title blocks, and sheet sets.
Provide day-to-day guidance and technical support to BIM Designer Level 1 staff.
Assist the BIM Lead in onboarding team members to project workflows and software environments.
Identify workflow inefficiencies, propose solutions, and assist in piloting and documenting new processes.
Participate in software evaluations and provide feedback on tools, plugins, and automation opportunities.