NBBJ

Studio BIM Leader

NBBJ • $90K — $120K *
Charlotte, NC 28269In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 years of Architecture experience
  • Bachelor of Architecture, Building Information Modelling or equivalent
  • Proven experience delivering large and complex projects using Revit
  • Advanced level knowledge of Autodesk Revit Architecture
  • Experience implementing or supporting BIM quality, standards and model-checking tools
  • Strong working knowledge of Dynamo and pyRevit
  • Ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly to various stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Work with the Digital BIM Team to oversee all studio projects
  • Contribute to developing and aligning firm standards and best practices
  • Implement staff training to address project team needs
  • Serve as a studio-wide resource for improving BIM workflows
  • Mentor Project BIM Leaders and project teams on effective BIM delivery
  • Assist Project Managers with staffing and allocations
  • Lead project setup and manage model performance

Benefits

  • Opportunities for growth within the team and across the firm
  • Exposure to an innovative and collaborative environment
  • Potential to influence and shape BIM standards and practices
  • Access to advanced tools for process improvement
  • Supportive role with emphasis on mentorship and training initiatives
Full Job Description
The Role at a Glance:

NBBJ is seeking a Studio BIM Leader to join our Digital BIM team, based in Columbus, providing leadership, implementation support and technical enablement across multiple project teams to improve quality, consistency and productivity through Building Information Modelling (BIM).

The successful candidate will operate at a more senior, strategic level, working with the Digital BIM Team to define, evolve and implement BIM standards, tools and workflows. They will bring advanced Revit capability, strong technical judgement and the interpersonal skills needed to support adoption across the studio.

This is a studio-wide role, not tied to a single client or project team. It focuses on standards development, rollout, training, model quality, workflow consistency and the delivery infrastructure that enables effective project outcomes. The Studio BIM Leader will act as a resource across teams, supporting systems, processes and high-impact BIM delivery where needed.

The role will also mentor and upskill Project BIM Leaders and project teams, lead training initiatives, and help develop advanced tools and processes that improve efficiency and project performance.

This position offers opportunities to grow within the team and across the firm, with exposure to an innovative, fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Below are the key responsibilities to be undertaken by the Studio BIM Leader.

Strategic
• Work in partnership with Digital BIM Team members to maintain oversight across all projects in the studio
• Contribute to the development of firm standards, policies and best practices and lead in their alignment and adoption across projects
• Work with the Digital BIM Team in delivering communication to immediate connections across the firm e.g. studio(s), collegial group(s) project team(s)
• Implement staff training and education to meet project team needs
• Coordinate with Digital Operations to maintain oversight of staff machines to meet project and system requirements
• Assist the Digital Delivery team in the deployment of BIM software
• Act as a studio-wide resource for improving consistency, model quality, project delivery infrastructure and BIM-enabled workflows
• Work with the Digital BIM Team in delivering Digital Onboarding to new staff Management
• Provide BIM leadership, mentorship and guidance on projects
• Mentor and upskill Project BIM Leaders and project team members in effective BIM delivery and workflow improvement
• Support Project Managers with project staffing and BIM Leader allocations
• Deliver Digital Process Design on assigned projects
• Lead project setup, including models, infrastructure and content from digital libraries
• Manage performance and model health on projects
• Lead adoption of agreed BIM processes that comply with project standards
• Oversee BIM-related production partnering, including communication, quality checks and management of activities
• Provide support and troubleshooting to project teams
• Deliver project onboarding for new staff and/or team members
• Coordinate software version and builds across project team member machines Production
• Support Project Managers in organizing tasks within the BIM environment, including production, standards compliance and model maintenance
• Ensure key project BIM activities are performed, including information exchange, design coordination and model maintenance
• Contribute to project work, including modelling, data management and documentation
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Minimum 8 years of Architecture experience
  • Bachelor of Architecture, Building Information Modelling or equivalent
  • Proven experience delivering large and complex projects using Revit
  • Advanced level knowledge of Autodesk Revit Architecture
  • Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment
  • Proven experience in project coordination including collaboration with team members and external consultants, using industry-renowned software platforms
  • Ability to identify and communicate areas where skills, tools and processes could be improved
  • Passion for sharing knowledge and a demonstrated ability for clearly communicating complex technical ideas to designers, managers and clients
  • Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Strong working knowledge of Dynamo and pyRevit, including the ability to support or develop back-end scripting and tool-based workflow improvements
  • Experience implementing or supporting BIM quality, standards and model-checking tools
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Additional Skills and Qualifications
  • Licensure (Architect)
  • Master of Architecture, Building Information Modelling Management or equivalent
  • Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit
  • Experience and passion for 'Computational BIM' through using Dynamo or other scripting and programming languages
  • Workflow knowledge in associated Autodesk products including: Navisworks, 3DS Max, BIM360, AutoCAD etc.
  • Experience with Rhino and Grasshopper

About NBBJ

NBBJ is an American global architecture, planning and design firm. Founded in 1943, the company has grown to over 800 employees in 11 offices worldwide. NBBJ provides services in architecture, interiors, planning and urban design, branding, consulting, engineering and sustainability. The company has worked on a variety of projects, including corporate headquarters, healthcare facilities, academic buildings, sports facilities, airports, museums, and civic centers. NBBJ has been recognized for its innovative designs and sustainable practices, and has won numerous awards for its work.
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Size
800 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
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