CAD / BIM Coordinator

Knickerbocker Group is seeking an experienced & passionate individual to join our team, as a full-time CAD/BIM Coordinator. Working closely with the CAD/BIM Manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for managing and ensuring proper implementation of drawing standards, through daily coordination with interdisciplinary project teams. While we would prefer this individual to work out of our Boothbay or Brunswick offices, we will consider a Portland-based or hybrid arrangement for the right candidate.

Rooted-in-Maine quality and recognized nationally, Knickerbocker Group is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP), award-winning design-build firm offering services in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, construction management, woodworking, property management, real estate, and land use planning for residential buildings and commercial spaces throughout Maine. With offices in Boothbay, Portland, & Brunswick, we are a group of inspired collaborators committed to craft and creativity, from design to implementation in the field.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Develop & maintain CAD & BIM/Revit standards and templates.
• Host periodic Standards meetings for all design teams.
• Prepare and present periodic Revit-specific training to employees, as well as general and adopted KG design software practices to all design team members.
• Work in close collaboration with CAD/BIM Manager in managing the Revit library.
  • Develops content and families for general and specific use.
  • Review technical-designer-created Revit content to ensure it is built to the KG-standards and parameters.
  • Manages current library content and components, including standard details & family library.
• Ensure smooth operation of BIM 360 models for internal & external design teams.
• Assist design teams with the production of models, renderings and documented drawings using CAD/BIM software throughout all project phases.
• Collaborate with design teams and vendors to meet overall project objectives and facilitate information sharing with outside designers, consultants, etc. as needed.
• Provide on-call technical support to project teams during business hours.
• Assist designers and consultants with health checks, coordination, and clash detection throughout project models.
• Manage integration, standards, and coordination with ProCore and other company-related software.

The ideal candidate should:

• have strong organizational and time management skills and work well under pressure.
• be able to maintain strict confidentiality regarding company and client information.
• be self-motivated; be able to work with minimal instruction for routine tasks.
• anticipate needs proactively, be able to think quickly, and be resourceful.

Required education, experience, and technical knowledge:

Education/ Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in Architecture, Construction, Civil Engineering, or related field(s).
• 3+ years of CAD/BIM coordination experience in architectural and/or interior design.
• Extensive knowledge of modeling and documentation techniques; and managing multiple projects from conceptual design to completion in CAD & Revit.
• Strong understanding of residential construction documents and general residential construction methods.
• Strong communication skills; works well in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with training staff, troubleshooting, and standardization preferred.
• Experience in managing internal workflows, best practices, and coordination.

Technical/ Software Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of Revit, Lumion and/or Enscape Rendering Software, and BIM360/ Autodesk Construction Cloud required.
• Experience in Procore, Sketchup, Bluebeam Revu/ Extreme and Dynamo preferred. 
• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Experience in Project Management, and VR/AR are also beneficial.

Knickerbocker Group is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance with employee premiums paid by the Company.
• Health savings account (HSA) eligible plan option.
• 401K employer sponsored retirement plan options, with 3% employer contribution.
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, at no expense, with the option to enroll in supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Generous Parental Leave policy.
• Generous Continuing Education and Professional Licensing Reimbursement policy.
• Employer sponsored pet insurance.
• Workplace flexibility.

CULTURE at KG

As a 100% employee-owned company, we strive for balance. We value spending time with our families, being active in our communities, and celebrating all Maine has to offer. Knickerbocker Group has repeatedly been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Maine and as both Best Architect and Best Builder in Maine by Down East magazine.  We like to work hard and play hard too. If you’re excited to join a team of amazing people who work together on top tier residential and commercial projects, you’ve come to the right place!

Our employee-owners are fueled by continuous learning, interdisciplinary brainstorming (e.g., designer+mason+carpenter), and passion for fine-tuning the design-build process. With 45 years of experience, we seamlessly provide the highest level of product and service to our clients. We offer workplace flexibility while also maintaining a fun, dynamic environment where team members are enabled to listen, share, detail, innovate, and create impactful work.

Knickerbocker Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.