Senior BIM Manager

Senior BIM Manager

Role Description: HZ is seeking a Senior BIM Manager with experience on complex, multi-discipline design and

construction projects to join our Project Design team. This role will support the project design team,

monitor project development, maintain and monitor model health, and assist in the delivery of

exhibition building models, including deliverables for all Facility (Architecture, Structural, MEP, etc.) and

Show disciplines (Show Set, Audio, Video, Lighting, etc) involved in the project.

The Senior BIM Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and oversight of

Building Information Modeling (BIM) strategies and workflows across large-scale projects for facility and

show teams. This role ensures BIM execution plans align with the client's project goals, support

cross-disciplinary coordination, and maintain high standards of model accuracy and efficiency

throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication,

documentation, and interpersonal skills, in addition to a deep understanding of the design and delivery

process and the ability to perform well under pressure and tight deadlines.

In addition, the Senior BIM Manager mentors, coaches, and supervises BIM Managers and Coordinators

regarding their Project support roles, in collaboration with other project leadership.

Location: Los Angeles, California

Reports to: PAL

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Registered Architect

Education: Bachelors in Architecture from a NCARB accredited program

Duties:

• Review and update existing BIM standards and facilitate the updating of the existing BIM
• execution plan to align with client projects.
• Support the integration of BIM data into client control databases to streamline the single source
• of information across datasets.
• Lead BIM strategy development and ensure company-wide BIM standards and protocols are
• consistently applied.
• Manage model coordination across disciplines, identify clashes, and lead resolution efforts
• utilizing cloud based software such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Create folder structure, file naming conventions, guidelines and templates for ACC to be
• standardized while incorporating clients standards into projects.
• Oversee BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), project-specific workflows, and information exchange
• protocols.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to BIM coordinators, modelers, and project teams.
• Serve as the primary liaison between design, construction, and owner/operator teams for all
• BIM-related matters.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews on BIM deliverables and ensure compliance with Meow Wolf
• and industry standards.
• Integrate BIM with construction management tools (e.g., 4D/5D scheduling, facility management
• platforms).
• Facilitate and lead BIM coordination meetings and workshops throughout project phases.
• Maintain the model health through the entirety of the project life cycle. Be familiar with the
• maintenance and QAQC of the Revit ecosystem and be the subject matter expert for all BIM related questions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertakes Project Manager responsibilities for major projects ($2.0+ million annual billing).
• Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
• Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).
• Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
• Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients.
• Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process including weekly rhythm.
• Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and is responsible for assigned portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.

Role Competencies:

• Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
• Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.
• Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.
• Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.

Qualifications:

• Must have experience with Architectural, Engineering, Building Systems, Show and AudioNideo/Lighting models and drawing packages and workflows specific to each discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in construction and themed entertainment BIM Management or related roles.
• You have exceptional organizational, communication, interpersonal, and management skills paired with a desire to learn.
• You are a positive, proactive, and collaborative team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to excel in a large, creative environment.
• You have the ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines and drive projects to completion, particularly within complex schedules.
• You are equipped with experience working in an environment where discretion regarding sensitive or confidential information is required.
• You come to the table with knowledge of common BIM best practices and implementation strategies.
• You possess the ability to balance between project delivery goals while being empathetic to the project team to foster a harmonious environment.
• Professional level expertise in Revit, understanding model set up and management and have a deep understanding of modeling and drawing creation.
• Must have experience in all phases of a project, from concept through construction delivery and close-out.
• You have training skills and experience working with a wide range of software implementation.
• You possess familiarity of core platforms and programs as they will be utilized on a daily basis: Autodesk Construction Cloud (management, workflows and processes) Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD Clash detection in Navisworks and/or ACC, Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam Revu, Scheduling/Planning Software.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value and Leadership Competencies

About Huitt-Zollars:

• Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.
• Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.

Benefits & Perks:

• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• MDLive Telehealth
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Annual Base Salary Range: $150,000-$175,000 depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate(s). The expected salary range for this position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed upon compensation is based on the success candidate's individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and consideration to participate in our discretionary annual bonus incentive program.

Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.

Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.