BIM SpecialistModeler
Bethesda, MD - USA
Job Summary
BIM Specialist/Modeler
At Salas OBrien we tell our clients that were engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. Thats why were committed to living our values every day: inspiring achieving and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique meaningful and high-impact careerand theyll receive great total rewards along the way.
Salas OBrien Company is supporting the National Institutes of Health Office of Research Facilities (ORF)by managing facility information and performing assessment services. The facility information includestabular data computer-aided-design (CAD) files and other documentation used across the facility assessment services include field verifying and tagging facility assets field verifying measuring and tagging rooms and assessing facilities and infrastructure for physical condition.
The management of tabular data includes the NIH Facility Asset inventory NIH Preventative Maintenance templates and the NIH Space Hierarchy (Regions Campuses Buildings Floors Rooms). The management of CAD filesincludesCAD-based floor plans and more complex multi-disciplinary engineering drawings including As-Designed As-Built and As-Is management of other documentation includes Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manuals Submittals Warranty Agreements Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and other documentation used across the facility lifecycle.
Managing facility information will be performed byoperating asSystem Administrators for the ORF IWMS FIMS and EDMS addition to system administration this requirement includes providing end-user support and training to users of IWMS FIMS and EDMS given the System Administrators are the most knowledge with the system and the information within the system.
About Us:
Founded in 1975 Salas OBrien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients our team and the world. We know that tomorrows requirements are todays opportunities and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers healthcare science and technology high-rise buildings clean energy education and other building types as well as structural and building sciences infrastructure asset management advanced robotics and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development human resources finance and accounting information technology and marketing professionals all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day
Job Summary:
Work tasks will perform Space Data Management tasks including Tabular Space Data Graphical Space Floor Plans and Drawings as follows:
- Createupdate and retirespace data records for NIH owned and leasedproperty inclusive of land buildings (floors and rooms) infrastructure assets and structures. Datarecords must be developed and updated based upon new spaceacquisitions new constructionrenovations and changing space assignment decisions and related moves. Space data records shall bedeveloped andmaintainedin accordance withGSA and HHS real property reporting guidancedocuments.
- Using the reporting capabilities built into IWMS follow all established ORFSOPsfor the purpose of keeping an historicalmonthly snapshotcopy ofa subset of coretabularspace ofmonthly space data snapshotsin an approved location on the shared ORF network for future referenceresearching past states of space data and reporting purposes.
- PerformDesignReviewServicesrelated to space management and room project documentation and provide feedback and approval forofficial room numbersusedfor the that all proposed room numbers are compliant with the Room Numbering Policy 1212 and do notduplicateexisting room numbersorsignagelocatedin adjacent areasoutside of numbering plansandprovide viareview commentsfor use by the A/E onsubsequentdesign review submissions.
- Maintain a tracking record of the DTR ProjectReview activities as well as copies of any room numbering plans in an orderly manner that can be referenced when the ProjectClose-out notification is received as the project nears completion. Develop dimensionallyaccuratespace management floor plan drawings using CAD software. Thesource datafor the creation of theIWMS Space Managementfloor plan drawingsis primarilyfromrecord/as-built architectural drawings that are delivered with completedC#construction and renovation projects. These drawings shall follow allIWMSCAD standards for the purpose of capturing andpublishingcorespace data to the IWMS databaseusing a Nuvolo CAD pluginthatautomates the update process. Polylines shall be drawnin accordance withBOMA space measurement standards and procedures. Drawings/files must be created or updated as needed based upon new space acquisitions new building construction and renovations of existing space.
- Convert (AEC) Project Contractor created andsubmittedCAD files to NIH-standard format. When updating an existing NIH space floor plan isolate and transfer only the AEC Contractor CAD architectural data that is necessary for the purposes of compliance with NIH drawing standards.
- Publish these floor plansutilizingthe IWMS CAD Extension to create a visual interactive floor plan for IWMS Users to view or query asrequiredto support ORF business some values for tabular space data fields can be updated using the CAD extension. Follow all established ORF SOPs and IWMS CAD-relatedworkflowsfor both purposes depending on task.
- Follow all established ORFSOPsfor the purpose of keeping an historical copy of every version of a floor plan CAD file that is published to archive of floor plan files in an approved location on the shared ORF network for future reference researching past layouts of space and reporting purposes.
- Monitor IWMS automated email notifications when construction projectsenterthe Close-Out Phaseindicatingthat project record documentation should become available. Communicate with ORF Project Officer to coordinate the turnover of record CAD files and sign-off of Project Data Turnover Form tofacilitatethe update to IWMS space data and floor plans. Keep a record of each Project Close-out notification received and what follow-up action if any was taken to document any necessary updates to the space data in IWMSas a result ofthe projects completion.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- the shared ORF network for future reference researching past layouts of space and reporting purposes.
- Monitor IWMS automated email notifications when construction projectsenterthe Close-Out Phaseindicatingthat project record documentation should become available. Communicate with ORF Project Officer to coordinate the turnover of record CAD files and sign-off of Project Data Turnover Form tofacilitatethe update to IWMS space data and floor plans. Keep a record of each Project Close-out notification received and what follow-up action if any was taken to document any necessary updates to the space data in IWMSas a result ofthe projects completion.
Essential Functions
Work tasks will be varied and require flexibility and versatility in the facility operations and maintenance field. Examples of the type of work to be performed include:
- Work collaboratively with a team of multi-discipline engineers to produce high quality reports and specification documents within an established schedule and budget.
- Manage field operations in unconditioned mechanical and electrical spaces.
- Review as-built documents and develop repair/replacement cost estimates.
- Perform regular site visits to understand existing conditions while developing specifications updating design or construction documents.
- Perform facility condition assessments and capital asset management planning.
- Detailed cost analyses and material take-offs of a variety of building types throughout the US.
- Coordinate and manage teams performing onsite facility condition assessments.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Associate of Science Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CAD) or equivalent experience.
- 3-5 years of professional experience in facility operations and maintenance.
- Proficient in computer aided drafting and maintenance management system (CMMS) software.
- Proficient in Microsoft suite applications.
- Effective interpersonal skills and strong communication (written and verbal).
- Confident and ambitious problem solver.
- Creative and innovative Self-directed initiative.
- Detail-oriented.
- Preferred: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Field required from an ABET accredited program.
- Preferred: FE Certification (preferred) with the ability to obtain PE Certification within two years
Position Contingency
This position is contingent upon contract award and/or funding. Employment for this role will be dependent upon the successful award of the applicable contract and the availability of funding. The anticipated start date and hiring timeline may be adjusted based on the contract award schedule.
Candidates may be interviewed and selected prior to contract award; however any offer of employment for this position will remain contingent upon contract award and any applicable client or project requirements.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Valid/Unrestricted driver license
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
- Must be a US Citizen for Security Clearance requirements.
- Ability to obtain clearance from the Defense Security Service and other Federal Government Agencies.
Work Environment
- Primary work is performed in an office environment.
- Field validations require trips to mechanical and electrical operating facilities and potentially active construction sites.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers.
- Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly.
- Occasionally perform site inspections will require climbing ladders and stairs and accessing spaces such as roofs basements crawl spaces or utility tunnels.
- Industrial site investigations and field construction support may require extensive walking.
Type: Full-Time
Travel: Position is primarily based in Bethesda MD but serves satellite locations. Must have ability and willingness to travel to locations where work is to be performed (10% travel requirement).
Compensation:
The expected base salary range for this role is $75000-$80000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills experience qualifications and location.
This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensiveU.S. basedbenefits package including:
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
For more information visit our full benefits overview here.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas OBrien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race colour religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state/provincial or local laws. Salas OBrien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical consulting firm. We deliver impactful, sustainable solutions for the built environment.