MEP BIM Manager – West Des Moines, IA

Overview

 Shive-Hattery is a premier architecture and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In total, the firm has 16 offices across the US. Shive-Hattery was founded in 1895 and has earned and maintained a strong reputation for excellence in client focus, quality service and communication. The firm prides itself on its One Firm, full-service offering; placing the best people with their clients, no matter the project location.

Shive-Hattery has an immediate opening in our West Des Moines, IA office for a Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing BIM Manager. This on-site position could also be fulfilled at the following office locations: Iowa City, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Bettendorf, IA; Chicago, IL; Valparaiso, IN; and Madison, WI.  

Our MEP BIM Manager oversees the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process for MEP systems (Revit) within a diverse book of projects. This role involves managing the company’s BIM assets and leading improvements to company-wide MEP content and processes. Leading and working collaboratively with mechanical and electrical designers and company BIM Coordinators who ensure systems are aligned, clash-free, and efficiently designed to meet project requirements is key for this position.   

Your leadership efforts will target improving project delivery and the client experience:

• Lead Mechanical and Electrical teams to identify development needs for BIM software
• Educate and train Mechanical and Electrical design office BIM Coordinators and lead the implementation of updated workflows
• Provide consistency across offices as a resource in the use of design technologies
• Monitor trade related publications to identify emerging technologies that may impact how Shive-Hattery delivers projects and develop strategies to implement
• Facilitate ongoing development of the company Revit start-up file
• Create and manage new and existing BIM content
• Promote one firm approach by encouraging BIM standards
• Regularly travel to our design offices

Why Shive-Hattery?

You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.

At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.

We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.

Benefit Highlights:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
• …And Many More!

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

• Education: 2-year degree in an AEC-related discipline; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience: 3 to 5 years in an AEC role
• License/Certification: N/A
• Software: Autodesk Revit, Microsoft Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of modelling processes
• Hands-on experience with Navisworks, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and/or AutoCAD
• Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle.
• Proven capability to train and mentor others.