Overview:
Provides guidance and support to the strategic application of BIM and innovative design technologies on HKS projects. Supports project teams to leverage BIM and advanced technology in developing a more efficient and effective delivery processes. Communicates to support a global vision for the application of BIM and design technology at HKS by identifying trends and evolving topics within support and improvement requests. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to project solutions.
Responsibilities:
Provides support to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers as needed
Assists Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers in the development BIMs for projects from Concept through Construction Administration
Provides support to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to ensure BIM production efforts meet firmwide design and quality standards
Enforces organizational best practices and prerequisite skills to ensure compliance with established firmwide standards for design excellence
Interfaces with and provides technical guidance to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to ensure the efficient and effective application of BIM and design technology on HKS projects
Provides feedback on project-based activities to the Firmwide Practice Technology Resources
Assists in maintaining and creating firm-wide documentation, procedures and standards
Possesses full knowledge of Practice Technology best practices, firmwide standards and expectations for design excellence
Assists in the creation and development of best practices, firmwide standards and expectations for design excellence
Assists team members in learning processes and growing professionally
Leads and empowers Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to proactively flag and solve project issues
Engages with project teams for limited engagements on project specific work
Understands and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices through involvement with firm leadership, BIM committees, and technology champions
Collaborates & assists project teams to allow for adoption of HKS Plugins in Revit
Works closely with Practice Technology Leadership to detect trends and evolving topics within HKS design and delivery process
Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred
Typically 3-5+ years of related experience with Autodesk Revit and BIM Management and in an architecture, interior design or construction related field
Expert knowledge of and proven practical experience in AEC authoring and management applications including Autodesk (Revit, Navisworks Manage, BIM 360 and Forge), Rhino, Sketchup and their API interfaces
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Familiarity with design visualization applications including Autodesk 3D Max, Enscape, Lumion, Vray and Unreal Engine preferred
Familiarity with environmental analysis applications such as Sefaira, Insight360, Lady Bug/Honeybee, Fenestra Pro, WUFI, and IES preferred
Understanding of legacy CAD applications and practices, particularly AutoCAD
Understanding of building detailing, construction principles and practices
Proven ability to produce quality construction documents
Proven ability to deliver business change through the innovative use of data and technology with an entrepreneurial mindset
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results
Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to proactively problem solve and apply innovative solutions
Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
Travel may be required
Base Salary Range: $100k to $125k annually - Chicago, Los Angeles, Denver, Washington DC, Seattle, San Diego and New York locations only.
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