Drafting - BIM Manager

IKM Building Solutions, Inc. - Madison, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Madison, WI

About the position

The Drafting - BIM Manager at IKM Building Solutions, Inc. is responsible for overseeing and supporting BIM drafters and designers in modeling Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and technical systems throughout various production phases. This role emphasizes delivering high-quality BIM production work, monitoring team training, and ensuring the efficiency of drafting operations while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of software and procedural changes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver BIM production work according to established specifications and within timeframes.
• Monitor training and execution of the drafting team and provide assistance where needed.
• Create and maintain metrics to measure quality and efficiency of production work on an individual basis.
• Perform drafting operations for project plans and collect data for project designs.
• Conduct fieldwork, documentation, research, and drafting tasks of engineering data as required.
• Perform regular software maintenance, upgrading, and troubleshooting for BIM/CAD applications.
• Maintain and track ongoing training for BIM/CAD drafters.
• Manage and maintain all TSI files for BIM, CAD, EST, and CAM for Plumbing, HVAC, and the Fabrication shop.
• Support design engineers with design/build and plan/spec projects.
• Coordinate all BIM modeling projects along with project meetings.
• Standardize all IKM drawings with title blocks, notes, detailing, assemblies, etc.
• Convert Revit equipment into Autodesk fabrication and field installs.
• Establish spool drawings and templates for field and shop operations.
• Utilize the Trimble unit BIM/CAD program for field installations on all aspects of construction projects.
• Create work in progress (WIP) drawings and reports for job sites per the GC's requirements.
• Develop relationships with engineers and customers for Design/Build opportunities.
• Ensure compatibility of all discipline's BIM drawings for consistency of graphics, sheet layouts, scales, and title blocks.
• Design and develop MEP sets of design drawings using BIM, AutoCAD, and REVIT software based on standards and layouts.
• Review MEP systems and interface with code officials, contractors, architects, and other clients.

Requirements

• At least 10 years' experience in BIM/CAD drafting/design with expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of engineering mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Experience researching and interpreting field notes, engineering and construction drawings, and other legacy data.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, BIM, REVIT, Blue Beam, and File Transfer (FTP Site) required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly trustworthy and able to handle confidential information.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package