BIM Specialist
Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you’re empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in: Hazelwood, MO or remote anywhere in the US. Application Deadline: Posted Until Filled Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active. Job Summary The Building Information Modeling (BIM) Specialist supports the delivery of Building Information Modeling (BIM) services by producing and coordinating digital construction models used for project planning, coordination, and execution. This role collaborates with internal teams and external partners to ensure BIM deliverables meet project requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations. Reporting to the BIM Manager, the BIM Specialist contributes to consistent service execution while supporting the ongoing development and adoption of standardized BIM processes, tools, and workflows across the organization.
Responsibilities
Essential functions Creates, maintains, and audits Revit models for electrical and multi-discipline coordination, ensuring model health and compliance with BIM standards. Leads or supports clash detection and resolution using Navisworks, including running clash tests, managing rulesets, and tracking issues to closure. Participates in coordination meetings with internal and external projects; prepares model progress reports, documenting issues, and updating action items.. Prepares BIM Execution Plan inputs, progress reports, and project deliverables. Manages BIM models, sheets, views, exports, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle. Supports creation of shop drawings, annotated views, model-based takeoffs, and installation packages. Performs model setup, template application, systems verification, and exports configurations for project kickoff and ongoing coordination. Executes clash detection workflows, generates reports, assigns issues, and assists with issue tracking. Integrates engineering inputs, prefabrication workflows, and point cloud data when applicable. Provides proactive communication and coordination with clients, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment and timely issue resolution. Ensures accuracy, quality control, and adherence to Border States BIM standards, naming conventions, and workflows. Non-essential functions Assists in development of BIM standards, templates, family libraries, SOPs, and training materials. Supports manufacturing and prefabrication deliverables as needed. Contributes to process improvement efforts, automation opportunities, and lessons learned documentation. Travels to project sites as required for coordination or validation activities. Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designate.
Qualifications
Degree in a relevant AEC field (engineering technology, construction management, or equivalent work history). 5+ years experience in BIM or VDC roles (GC, subcontractor, engineering, or related AEC environment). Proficiency in Revit, Navisworks Manage, Autodesk Construction Cloud (BIM 360), and Bluebeam. Demonstrated experience with multi-trade or MEP coordination. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing interaction. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, service-based environment. Strong organizational skills and comfort working in a billable project environment. Willingness to travel to project sites as needed. Skills and Abilities BIM and/or VDC technical expertise across design and construction phases. Multi-trade coordination and constructability awareness. Attention to detail, quality control, and documentation accuracy. Client service mindset with professional communication skills. Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills in coordination environments. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently. Collaboration across engineering, construction, manufacturing, and customer teams. Physical Requirements Frequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day: Occasionally 0 – 33% Frequently 34 – 66% Continuously: 67 – 100% Lift from Waist: Apply To This Job