Electrical BIM Lead - San Diego, CA

Stantec•San Diego, CA

14h

About The Position

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Your Opportunity As an Electrical BIM Lead, you will lead the digital delivery and coordination of building electrical systems across a wide range of projects. You will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes specific to electrical systems—including power distribution, lighting, life safety, and communications infrastructure. Working closely with project managers, engineers, and designers, you will ensure high-quality, coordinated BIM deliverables that meet project standards, codes, and client requirements. The role requires strong technical expertise in Revit MEP and other BIM software, as well as the leadership ability to mentor and guide electrical and BIM staff in best practices and workflow optimization. This position offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of digital design innovation, helping shape how Stantec delivers integrated building design through advanced BIM and data-driven workflows.

Requirements

Comprehensive understanding of BIM processes and standards for building electrical systems.
Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit MEP, Navisworks Manage, Revizto and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC/BIM 360).
Solid grasp of the National Electrical Code and relevant building codes and standards is an asset.
Strong working knowledge of electrical design principles, construction documentation, and interdisciplinary coordination is an asset.
Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary BIM models and resolve technical and spatial conflicts effectively.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and train others in BIM processes.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
Minimum High School or Associate’s degree preferred in Engineering/ Architecture Technology, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in BIM coordination or management roles
Good driving record and valid driver’s license required
Occasional travel to client sites within 100 miles of our San Diego office
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
Security clearance and eligibility is a must for this position.
Candidate must be open to a security clearance check.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with visual programming (Dynamo,), scripting, or automation workflows is an asset.
Experience in large-scale healthcare and campus infrastructure projects preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and additional BIM-related tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Enscape, Twinmotion) is beneficial.
Certification as Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) or equivalent BIM accreditation is an asset
Experience working in a consulting, design-build, or integrated project delivery (IPD) environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage BIM workflows for electrical systems across projects of varying complexity and scale.
Coordinate with engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure accurate and clash-free model integration.
Develop, manage, and maintain Revit models, templates, and content libraries for electrical systems.
Collaborate with project teams to create and implement BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and project standards.
Conduct model audits, quality checks, and compliance reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to Stantec BIM standards.
Collaborate with other discipline BIM managers for rollout of corporate BIM Standards and for aligning of BIM delivery goals
Mentor and train electrical engineers, designers, and technologists in Revit and BIM best practices.
Provide technical guidance on the modeling of electrical systems such as lighting, power, life safety, and communication systems.
Participate in design coordination and BIM coordination meetings with internal and external project stakeholders.
Identify and implement workflow automation and efficiency improvements using tools such as Dynamo or Python scripting.
Assist project managers in digital design delivery, project scheduling, and coordination of BIM resources.
Support the development and documentation of new BIM standards, protocols, and quality control procedures.
Stay current with emerging BIM technologies and trends to support continuous improvement in digital project delivery.
Develop and coordinate other digital delivery tools and templates (e.g. Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Matterport, Copilot, etc) as required
Build and mentor a team of BIM professionals to support the Buildings Engineering Electrical team as workflows mature and workloads increase
Report progress of objectives to the Principal(s) in charge as required