Virtual Design & Construction Specialist | Germantown, MD

IMEG Consultants•Germantown, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Virtual Design & Construction Specialist in Germantown, Maryland, to develop, coordinate, and manage Building Information Models and digital project delivery processes throughout the project lifecycle. The role supports detailed mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural models from design intent through construction and as-built deliverables, working with engineers, designers, contractors, owners, and project teams to improve coordination, constructability, and project execution using BIM, reality capture, and VDC technologies. Projects include government, municipal, science and technology, healthcare, research, laboratory, and secure facilities. This is a full-time, in-office position supporting a federal contract that requires U.S. citizenship. The role works on technically challenging, mission-critical projects where reliability, redundancy, and safety support client missions. The specialist collaborates with a multidisciplinary team that includes Professional Engineers, LEED Accredited Professionals, energy modeling experts, CFD specialists, lighting designers, commissioning professionals, and healthcare facility design experts. IMEG describes its culture as collaborative and trust-based, with mentorship, technical growth, and meaningful ownership of project outcomes. IMEG is 100% employee-owned. Benefits and programs mentioned include an ESOP with full vesting and a 3% to 6% company contribution, year-end profit sharing, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid time off, paid holidays, floating holidays, a wellness program and credit, a Calm subscription, professional development, license exam preparation and support, tuition reimbursement assistance, and flexible scheduling. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.

Requirements

Associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, BIM/CAD Technology, or a related field, or successful completion of a four-year apprenticeship in a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or fire protection trade.
At least 2 years of experience in BIM/VDC, MEP and structural coordination, construction detailing, or a related field.
Proficiency in BIM/VDC software, including Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and related tools for model development, coordination, clash detection, and project delivery.
Knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, fabrication practices, and installation requirements for MEP and structural systems.
Familiarity with laser scanning, point cloud registration, scan-to-BIM workflows, and reality capture technologies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with colleagues and clients at all levels.
Advanced or proficient skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
U.S. citizenship is required for the federal contract.

Nice To Haves

Electrical experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural BIM models throughout design, construction, and project closeout.
Produce LOD 350, LOD 400, and LOD 500 models and construction-level details for coordination, fabrication, installation, and as-built documentation.
Create constructible MEP and structural system layouts that incorporate clearance requirements, maintenance access, equipment connections, supports, and installation constraints.
Collaborate with engineers and project teams to translate design intent into coordinated, constructible BIM deliverables.
Perform model coordination, clash detection, issue tracking, and resolution with engineers, contractors, and external stakeholders.
Facilitate multidisciplinary coordination meetings and help resolve design and constructability challenges.
Develop, maintain, and implement BIM Execution Plans, project standards, modeling procedures, and digital delivery workflows.
Support reality capture initiatives, including laser scanning, point cloud processing, registration review, and scan-to-BIM modeling.
Develop and maintain Revit families, content libraries, shared parameters, templates, and model standards.
Provide technical support and training related to BIM, VDC technologies, model coordination, and reality capture workflows.
Support digital twin, asset data, and facility information deliverables where project requirements warrant.
Research and implement technologies, workflows, and automation tools that improve project delivery efficiency and model quality.

Benefits

Employee ownership through an ESOP, fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution.
Year-end profit sharing.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day of employment.
Preventive care covered at 100%.
$50 per month wellness credit and a Calm subscription.
Life and disability insurance.
Retirement savings plan.
Paid time off.
Six paid holidays and three additional floating holidays.
Annual bonuses and stock ownership options may be available.
Professional development programs and career advancement opportunities.
PE, SE, and other license exam preparation and support.
Assistance with tuition reimbursement.
Flexible schedule and Dress for Your Day flexibility.