Bim Manager

BIM Manager

The Position: The goals of the BIM Manager position are to improve the expertise efficiency and capabilities of all members of the QKA team in using Revit and assisting with the office transition from ArchiCAD to Revit. The BIM Manager will coordinate and work in conjunction with the BIM Committee and other resources to complete these responsibilities.

Primary Responsibilities

Transition management and development of BIM standards

• QKA is currently using ArchiCAD software but has decided to switch to Revit. The BIM Manager will be a crucial part of the team guiding the transition and developing Revit standards for QKA. QKA is looking for an experienced and forward-looking leader to help shape the future of the firm.

• Collaborate with an outside consultant to develop Revit templates, BIM standards, guidelines, and custom tools used by QKA production teams for BIM and related project workflows and deliverables.

• Work closely with the beta test project team and Director of Practice to develop standards specific to the firm’s workflow. • Cultivate a positive optimistic outlook regarding change and the use of BIM software. Cultivate a positive optimistic outlook regarding change, and the use of BIM software.

• Cultivate a positive optimistic outlook regarding change, and the use of BIM software.

Internal BIM Standards for Workflow - Maintenance and Oversight

• Develop, coordinate, and implement BIM standards, guidelines, and custom tools used by the production team for BIM-related project flows and deliverables with direction from Director of Practice

• Create the BIM execution plan template. Guide project teams in developing project-specific plan.

• Research software features and custom tools within the framework of QKA needs and typical practice with the goal of better-utilizing software tools to improve efficiency and work quality.

Lead implementation, adoption, and integration into existing flow workflows.

• Maintain Revit template for the office and update as new software versions are released.

• Actively coordinate with Project Teams to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality of project BIM files and drawing output through regular QC model checks.

• Work with Sustainability Lead to develop tools related to sustainability performance tracking on projects.

• Provide development and maintenance of Revit library and families.

These responsibilities are typical but are not all-encompassing. Each person is expected to work collaboratively in a team environment and assist as required to deliver a quality product on schedule, within the project budgeted hours provided.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships within the office prioritizing collaboration and effective communication.

• Participate in project BIM coordination meetings as needed to advise on BIM-related issues/solutions for the project team.

• Coordination and leadership of the BIM Committee to develop and maintain BIM standards and best practices.

• Serve as a resource for questions regarding Revit and how it relates to other software.

Training and Mentorship

• Grow and expand the BIM expertise and capability of all QKA production staff and service of improving document quality and workflow efficiency.

• Maintain BIM training standards and materials for new employees and continuing education of existing employees.

• Guide and encourage the Junior and Intermediate BIM experts and provide constructive feedback on their work

• Actively support the development of the internal BIM community knowledge sharing.

• Organize and conduct training sessions regularly to promote BIM best practices. Software Maintenance

• Coordinate with in-house IT professionals for licensing installation and management of BIM software.

• Lead the implementation of add-ons and plugins for Revit and related software.

• Review test and incorporate new version releases, and customization.

Knowledge and Experience

• Completion of a professional degree in architecture or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 8 plus years’ experience in architecture or related field. Demonstrated professional experience in applying and developing digital tools and processes to architectural project work, including experience in authoring a variety of building projects at large and small scales in Revit. • Demonstrated expertise and/or certification in Revit and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).

• Familiarity with ArchiCAD would be helpful but not required.

• Experience evaluating additional software (SketchUp, Grasshopper, Rhino Lifecycle Cost Analysis tools, etc.) and integrating them into efficient Revit workflow.

• Expert ability to prepare, document, present technical concepts and information clearly and succinctly. Demonstrated ability to create engaging visual communication.

• Demonstrated knowledge of architectural design and documentation at all project phases.

• Self-motivated to explore capabilities and features of the software and identify ways in which they may benefit QKA workflow. • Good organizational skills to manage complex information and balance multiple tasks.

• Excellent communication and teaching skills to work with and teach employees at different experience levels in a collaborative and constructive manner.

Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this position is $90(k) to $110(k). Compensation for this role is based on experience, job-related knowledge/education, qualifications, and work location (Oakland or Santa Rosa). Full remote work is not available for this role.

Position status: Full-time, salaried exempt, and reports to the Director of Practice.

Health and welfare: We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes employer-paid options for medical, dental, and vision. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Work/Life Balance: We offer the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, with an established 24-hour in-office per week requirement. Paid time off (PTO), paid family leave, and access to employee-sponsored 401(k).

Professional Development: Reimbursement for Architect Registration Examination (ARE) and job-specific continued education are available. We promote and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and wellness by proactively working to advance our culture and work environment where everyone can feel inspired, motivated, and engaged. How to Apply Please email your interest in this position directly to careers@qka.com