BIM Coordinator

Job Title

BIM Coordinator

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Location

833 Chestnut - Philadelphia, PA 19107 US (Primary)

Category

Information Technology

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

At Ballinger, we are passionate about complex challenges and real-world problem-solving. Design challenges come in all shapes and sizes, and the ones we prefer test us as design professionals. We seek out complex projects with big impact because they require us to ask tough questions, synthesize data, and push past the boundaries of existing answers into the realm of innovative solutions. Ballinger team members thrive on those challenges because our clients do too: our work for them enables their ambitious endeavors in science and medicine, research and government, manufacturing, and technology. Ballinger welcomes ambition with career development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities. Here ideas will always be more important than hierarchy because they result in buildings as transformative as the missions they serve.
Position Summary
We are seeking a talented and experienced Building Information Modeling (BIM) Coordinator to support assist in the creation, evaluation, and distribution of 3D BIM and 2D drawings for healthcare, academic, and research facilities within an integrated Architectural and Engineering practice.
Position Responsibilities:

• Full-time BIM Support within the Digital Practice group.

• Provide technical support for BIM software and workflows.

• Assist in expanding the firm's BIM organization.

• Support productivity goals and maintain design quality.

• Engage with Revit User Groups (RUGs) and the BIM Manager to address needs and concerns.

• Help develop and maintain firm-wide BIM standards.

• Lead development and management of discipline Revit templates.

• Ensure the quality and interoperability of discipline content libraries.

• Develop and maintain a BIM Execution Planning template, including project plans and external BIM content transfer.

• Coordinate advanced BIM processes like laser scanning and clash detection.

• Lead BIM kick-off meetings and support project teams with BIM model creation and standards implementation.

• Conduct QA/QC reviews for BIM models and develop guidelines.

• Assist with clash detection and resolution.

• Automate routines in BIM to improve standards and productivity.

• Support in-house training for software features and standards.

• Assist with BIM software installations and IT projects.

• Provide timely BIM support and communication.

• Research and recommend new software for design technology trends.
Requirements:

• Professional degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management

• 3+ years' experience in BIM/CAD coordination or in design/drafting

• Extensive knowledge of A/E/C industry processes and typical design project life cycle

• Understanding of design and facilities management trends, including Integrated Project Delivery, LEAN, Sustainable Design, BIM/LOD requirements etc.

• Proficient in Autodesk Revit. Knowledge of BIM360/ACC services preferred.

• Scripting / Dynamo experience a plus.

• Understanding of Virtual Design Construction (VDC) a plus.

• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Navisworks, Revizto, or any Rendering Software.

• Working knowledge of current Microsoft Office software, including Office 365 and Teams
Ballinger's Approach:
Our interdisciplinary teams collaborate on solutions that require a synthesis of disciplines. We believe integrating architecture, planning, interior design, and engineering is key to achieving excellence in the design of transformative environments. We were one of the first firms to merge the disciplines into professional practice. At Ballinger, architectural and interior designers work collaboratively and creatively with planners and engineers. Our range of skills, perspectives, and experiences, directed toward a common goal, produces groundbreaking outcomes.
At Ballinger, we understand that our employees work hard but also seek good work/life balance. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
It is the policy of Ballinger to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hairstyle/texture), religion, color, citizenship, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ballinger prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.
What We Offer:
We believe that people are our greatest asset and the precision, expertise, and collaboration that we bring to our projects sets us apart from the competition and enables us to make an impact on our world and community. We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including Medical, Dental, Prescription, Wellness, FSA/HSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Short and Long-Term Disability Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave, 401(K) plan with company contribution, Commuter Benefits, Paid Holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO), Community Volunteer Events and fresh fruit and yogurt provided every morning in the office.

Location:
This role is based in our Philadelphia, PA headquarters with four (4) days per week on-site and a flexible, hybrid work schedule.