Firmwide Practice Technology Specialist I

Overview:

Supports project teams using a wide range of developing professional skills. Works with senior staff members to create standards and workflows to support to the strategic application of BIM and innovative design technologies on HKS projects with supervision. Supports project teams to leverage BIM and advanced technology in developing a more efficient and effective delivery processes. Helps support a global vision for the application of BIM and design technology at HKS. Creates technical workflows and processes for BIM and design technology support to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Eager to learn, highly-organized and willing to contribute creatively on firmwide PT projects.

Responsibilities:

• Provides support to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers as needed
• Assists Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers in the development BIMs for projects from Concept through Construction Administration
• Provides support to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to ensure BIM production efforts meet firmwide design and quality standards
• Supports the adoption of best practices and prerequisite skills to ensure compliance with established firmwide standards for design excellence
• Interfaces with and provides technical guidance to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to ensure the efficient and effective application of BIM and design technology on HKS projects
• Assists in maintaining and creating firm-wide documentation, procedures and standards
• Learns Practice Technology best practices, firmwide standards and expectations for design excellence
• Assists in the creation and development of best practices, firmwide standards and expectations for design excellence
• Engages with project teams for limited engagements on project specific work
• Understands and may contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices through involvement with firm leadership, BIM committees, and technology champions

Qualifications:

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred
• Typically 1-3+ years of related experience with Autodesk Revit and BIM Management and in an architecture, interior design or construction related field
• Expert knowledge of and proven practical experience in AEC authoring and management applications including Autodesk (Revit, Navisworks Manage, BIM 360 and Forge), Rhino, Sketchup and their API interfaces
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Familiarity with design visualization applications including Autodesk 3D Max, Enscape, Lumion, Vray and Unreal Engine preferred
• Familiarity with environmental analysis applications such as Sefaira, Insight360, Lady Bug/Honeybee, Fenestra Pro, WUFI, and IES preferred
• Understanding of legacy CAD applications and practices, particularly AutoCAD
• Understanding of building detailing, construction principles and practices
• Ability to produce quality construction documents
• Ability to deliver business change through the innovative use of data and technology with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results
• Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to proactively problem solve and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Travel may be required