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Senior BIM Specialist

Salas O'Brien


Job Location:

San Jose, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 110000 - 130000
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The expected base salary range for this role is $110000-$130000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills experience qualifications and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package including:

  • Medical dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 5 weeks of paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information visit our full benefits overview here - Summary:

TheSenior BIM Designerserves to be responsible for organizing assembling and issuing presentation drawings design drawings construction drawings and project documents. The Senior BIM Designer works from sketches models written and verbal information supplied by clients and designers to determine the most appropriate views details and supplementary information needed to complete projects. The Senior BIM Designer resolves most graphic conflicts with minimal supervision. This person would need to be organized and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple ongoing projects at one time.

General Duties

  • Support MEP projects with Revit & AutoCAD software on new construction and tenant improvement projects
  • Maintain a collaborative environment between CAD Support Designers and Project Managers
  • Complete work as requested utilizing company software and standards
  • Create AutoCAD files for use as production documents from Revit 2D and 3D Files
  • Evaluate new BIM related software and technologies
  • Prepare and maintain structural BIM models including maintenance of referenced architectural models BIM file management and file transfer protocols to allow simultaneous production by a large multi-person team without loss of productivity
  • Create advanced custom 3D and annotative Revit families using parametric functions shared parameters and custom materials
  • Coordinate in 3D design with multiple disciplines
  • Support in Management of software
  • Lead the development and maintenance of CAD and BIM standards and templates in our business unit. Train current and new hire staff.
  • Lead documentation and training in best practices
  • Be a leader on the implementation and support of Revit throughout the organization for maximizing collaboration and value to clients

Skills/abilities:

  • Excellent team leadership consensus-building and creative alternative-generation skills for driving solutions with team buy-in while listening for needs of each individual discipline
  • Good communication skills are essential for team-based working for verbal and written communication with clients and teaching others about best practices in the BIM environment
  • Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment
  • Must be highly motivated proactive and willing to take on new challenges. Able to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines
  • Ability to conceptualize and design practical solutions
  • Support and follow company initiatives and standards
  • Express ideas clearly and listen effectively to others

Qualifications

  • Requiredto succeed in this role:
    • 7 years using Revit CAD and BIM 360
    • Above average skill inMicrosoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook)and computer trends/technology
    • Strong written and verbal skills
    • Provide a visual portfolio of work
  • Preferredbut not required:
    • Two-year college degree in CAD or drafting studies
    • Experience in architecture and/or interiors design practice
    • Point cloud scanning/processing

    Location: San Jose CA

    Travel: Limited

    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.

    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 color 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.

    Third-Party Agency Notice

    Salas OBrien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.


    Required Experience:

    Senior IC


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