Engineering - BIM Technician III

Henderson Companies•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

A BIM Technician III takes a lead role in providing advanced technical expertise and support in developing and coordinating complex 3D models for engineering projects. The role requires a deep understanding of BIM processes and software, along with troubleshooting expertise to support successful project execution. The position creates and maintains BIM models and project documentation, develops and implements BIM Execution Plans, supports model setup and maintenance, assesses model health and compliance, and coordinates clash detection and resolution. It also contributes to BIM standards, develops advanced families, schedules, scripts, and automation tools, and evaluates software and technologies that can improve workflows. The BIM Technician III supports business development and client relationships, communicates with clients and architects, leads BIM coordination meetings, and helps deliver a positive client experience. The role also supports project coordination under experienced managers, contributes to continuous learning and process improvement, and may train others in BIM tools and practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Either an associate degree in a relevant BIM field, such as BIM/CAD Technology, and 6 years of relevant progressive experience, or 8 years of progressive experience without a degree, using BIM to produce mechanical and electrical drawings in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, or electrical fields.
A BIM-related certificate earned from an accredited institution may count toward 1 year of experience.
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design, the A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards.
Intermediate working knowledge of BIM technology, interoperability among BIM software platforms, computing technologies, and industry-specific standards.
Advanced proficiency in Revit, Dynamo, Imaginit Clarity, and Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM 360.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to understand and troubleshoot BIM-related software; high technical aptitude and ability to learn and use systems and processes.
Ability to train others on systems and processes.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with designers at all levels.
Ability to influence or make decisions and solve complex problems using reasoning and judgment.
Ability to work collaboratively, lead less experienced BIM Technicians, and work independently as needed.
Ability to adapt to changing work environments, priorities, and organizational needs; prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching; initiative, proactivity, and willingness to help others.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, project types, or program types.
Intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD and Navisworks.
Advanced proficiency in Recap.

Responsibilities

Prepare layouts, details, schedules, drawings, and other documents for mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, refrigeration, technology, and/or electrical systems.
Create project BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), incorporate project requirements and standards, implement BEP objectives in workflows, and communicate BEP-related information to project teams.
Create and maintain documentation related to project BIM processes, workflows, and standards; lead development of project BEPs for the architect.
Perform or direct model setup, including base cleaning, sheet setup, and view setup.
Ensure BIM models follow industry and organizational standards; perform or direct routine model maintenance to preserve model and data accuracy and integrity.
Prepare or review reports on BIM model health, integrity, and compliance; identify issues and collaborate with project teams on improvements.
Generate clash reports, use clash detection tools, and collaborate with project teams to address clashes.
Calculate quantities and perform engineering-related computations.
Create advanced families and schedules, contribute to organization-specific BIM standards, and develop complex scripts and automation tools to improve workflows.
Maintain knowledge of BIM software and its latest features; assess and recommend software tools and technologies.
Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of business development and pursuit activities; participate in client, company, and industry events.
Communicate with clients as needed to develop and coordinate requirements and scope of work; maintain proactive project communication and respond to client and architect questions.
Lead coordination meetings covering BIM-related issues, updates, and progress.
Pursue continuous learning in industry and discipline knowledge, software, products, trends, codes, and standards; share technical and process improvement ideas with peers and leaders.
Act as a training resource, conduct training sessions to improve Revit proficiency beyond basic design, and help others as needed.
Understand and apply design guidelines, standards, policies, and procedures.
Perform a limited range of project management responsibilities under experienced managers; support or coordinate BIM-related project activities such as email management, scope and schedule coordination, client meetings, quality, client questions, and project delivery.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel occasionally, as required (10–15%).