Bim Coordinator I

Founded in 1972, Saunders Construction provides integrated construction management, general contracting (CM/GC) and commercial real estate development services to a variety of market types in the Rocky Mountain region. Our values are why we exist and the cornerstone of all our decisions. Our reputation and relationships are based on Care, Collaboration, Commitment and Community. Ranked as one of the largest contractors in Colorado, Saunders has over $8 billion in successful projects encompassing a diverse portfolio of work across 18 market types.

In addition, Saunders is dedicated to corporate social responsibility (CSR). CSR at Saunders recognizes that investing in our people, focusing on safety, improving business processes, and reducing environmental impact adds value in our industry.

 

Position TitleBIM Coordinator IClassification FLSA-Exempt Salary Range $73K -$83K/year Reports to Integrated Services Manager Position Type Full-Time

 

Purpose of the Role

The BIM/VDC Application Specialist is responsible for supporting the project teams, and entire company to ensure consistent implementation and use of BIM/VDC processes and software.

Functions / Duties

• Initiate models for each project and prepare for operations use.
• Understanding of basic construction operations (i.e. means and methods) used in the field.
• Assist with identifying design change challenges and coordination of changes.
• Work as part of a Saunders Integrated technologies team to support project teams to achieve consistent results.
• Perform daily model management, administration and maintenance.
• Over the shoulder training, support, developing and shadowing project teams.
• Building 3D intelligent (information-rich) models utilizing the Autodesk Design Suite Premium product (Autodesk Revit and Autodesk Navisworks Manage).
• Utilize point clouds and other field measurements to develop data-rich models of existing conditions.
• Create models, renderings, and animations to illustrate project approach and demonstrate BIM capabilities during pursuits.
• Content creation and development such as parametric, nested and formula families and standards.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a formalized, company-wide BIM/VDC Policies and Procedures Manual.

• Support the BIM/VDC Manager for scheduling and organizing company BIM/VDC training - including Introduction to BIM
• Provide BIM/VDC software jobsite training, as required
• Assist with organization of BIM/VDC content on SIMS
• Assist/ Run weekly coordination meetings
• Assist with site logistics and project proposals
• Meet on a regular basis with BIM/VDC Manager

 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Qualifications / Experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Revit software applications (how to create 'Families' and what objects are used to model certain items, etc.) and ability to create templates to be used for internal modeling purposes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Autodesk Navisworks Manage application and how to use it for coordination of BIM models for conflict/clash detection.
• General knowledge of basic estimating practices to be used in quantity takeoff support for project pursuits.
• Knowledge of the Assemble software and how it is used for model management.
• Familial with laser scan workflow

• Minimum 3-5 years of AEC project experience
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written
• Knowledge of Saunders BIM/VDC processes
• Efficient with BIM 360 Field and Glue
• Strong relationship building skills - emphasis on Customer and Team relationships
• Problem analysis and problem solving
• Planning and organizing
• Teamwork /Team mentality
• Situation analysis
• Efficient reading construction drawings and specifications

Physical Demands

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position:

• Spends approximately 70% of the time sitting, and 30% of the time either standing or walking while on the job.
• Occasionally* lifts up to 15 lbs, when moving project binders, office supplies or files, and may stoop, kneel, crouch, and balance while performing these same functions.
• Occasionally required to climb, crawl, stoop and negotiate ladders, stairs or other routes at and within project sites in order to fulfill duties.
• Constantly uses verbal and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as E-Mail, telephone and radio.
• Constantly employs eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery such as computer keyboard.
• Constantly utilizes full scope of visual capacity to travel to project sites and observe/verify project progress in addition to operating automated office equipment.

 

Constantly - Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time

Frequently - Activity exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Occasionally - Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

 

Saunders Construction's Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Section 125 Plan
• 401k Plan / Safe Harbor plan
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus Program
• Employer Paid Term Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability

 

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