Bim Technician

The Winnipeg office of Smith + Andersen is seeking a BIM Technician. The BIM Technician is discipline specific and has working knowledge of the Autodesk Revit building information modelling platform. The BIM Technician works under the direct supervision of a project engineer/designer. Using Revit, the BIM Technician prepares drawing packages including plans, layouts, schematics and detailed scale drawings.

**Does this sound like you? Here are some of the more detailed responsibilities you can expect in this position**:

- Model and/or design for a single discipline. Prepares drawing packages, including plans, layouts, schematics, and detailed scale drawings in compliance with Smith + Andersen prototype standard drawing setup at the onset of a project.
- Produce and/or modify a BIM (Building Information Model) from sketches, mark-ups and/or designs as required by the project team to suit design requirements, consultant changes, scope changes and/or general updates.
- Review models against markups to ensure accuracy of work in the three dimensional model and resultant two-dimensional drawings.
- Collaborate/communicate with other disciplines’ design changes and model challenges.
- Populate and maintain the parametric database within a model as needed to meet design requirements.
- Identify and discuss interferences or space issues with the project team for resolution and change implementation. This may include three dimensional analysis using Revit or other software such as Navisworks.
- Prepare submissions for issuance, plotting and archives.
- Control and maintain models in an organized manner in the appropriate project directory system, as per company standards.
- Adhere to office BIM standards and prototype standards, including the project BIM Execution Plan, Level of Development matrix
- Layout MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) equipment and identify clashes. When required, produce schematic drawings and identify sizing requirements.
- Review layouts of mechanical or electrical services for interferences with major building elements such as structure, ceilings, walls, etc.
- Generate Navisworks models.
- Any other BIM tasks required to assist in the completion of working drawings.

**A few more qualifications which will help you with these responsibilities**:

- College diploma in Building Information Modelling Program (BIM), Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical building service program; or a related field with relevant work experience.
- Familiar with building sector services such as plumbing systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, lighting, power and systems and communication is an preferred.
- Knowledge of the installation practices for mechanical and electrical systems is an asset.
- Working knowledge of structural, mechanical, architectural, lighting and electrical models to appreciate space limitations and interferences is an asset.
- Good written and oral communication skills; able to communicate with the design team and external BIM teams or clients.
- Ability to work in an environment driven by project deadlines.
- Highly motivated with an attention to detail and an ability to accept direction.
- Able to work independently as well as part of a team.