Bim Technician - Edmonton, Canada - Smith + Andersen

Smith + Andersen

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who We Are
Smith + Andersen is a trusted Canadian engineering firm. At Smith + Andersen our employees contribute to some of the most sustainable building design projects in Canada.

The work we do has meaningful impact on the community by contributing to landmark projects such as hospitals, transit stations, parks, federal and provincial government buildings and post secondary institutions.

Our values drive and define everything we do, demonstrating a deep commitment to sustainability, mentorship and quality work that spans nearly six decades in business.

We are proud of the highly collaborative culture we have built and for empowering our employees to do great work.

This Opportunity
The S+A Edmonton Office is seeking a

Why Smith + Andersen?
In addition to an exciting career filled with meaningful work, we offer:

Competitive salary
Flexible hours and half day Fridays (all year round)
Comprehensive Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account
Group Retirement Savings Plan (Employer and Employee Contributions)
Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP)
Purchase Time Off Program (PTO)
Transit Subsidy Program

What You'll Do

Model and/or design for a single discipline. Prepare drawing packages in compliance with S+A standards at the onset of a project, such as layouts, schematics and detailed scale drawings.
Produce and/or modify a BIM (Building Information Model) from sketches, markups and/or designs as required to suit design requirements, consultant changes, scope changes and/or general updates.
Review and compare models to markups to ensure accuracy of work in both 2D drawings and 3D modelling.
Collaborate with other disciplines' design changes and model challenges.
Populate and maintain database within a model as needed to meet design requirements.
Use 2D and 3D draft analysis to identify any interferences or space issues with the project. Discuss with team for solutions and/or change implementation.
Prepare submissions for issuance, plotting and archives.
Control, maintain, and organize models in the appropriate project directory system, as per company standards.
Adhere to office BIM and prototype standards, including the project BIM Execution Plan, Level of Development matrix
Lay out MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) equipment and identify clashes with major building elements. When required, produce schematic drawings and identify sizing requirements.
Generate Navisworks models.
Any other BIM tasks required to assist in the completion of working drawings.

Who You Are:

College diploma in Building Information Modelling Program (BIM), Architecture, Architectural Technology, Mechanical or Electrical building service program; or a related field with relevant work experience.
Working knowledge of Revit, Autodesk, Navisworks, Dynamo or related BIM tools
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with the design team, external BIM teams or clients.
Solid time management and organization to present clear and concise notes/details on drafts, drawings and submissions in a timely manner
Selfstarter, resultsoriented with ability to work under tight deadlines.
Highly motivated with strong attention to detail
Adaptable to change
Strong sense of urgency along with ability to accept feedback and direction.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice to Have:

Experience with building sector services such as plumbing systems, HVAC, lighting, and power is strongly preferred, along with a good understanding of structural, mechanical, electrical, lighting and architectural models
Audiovisual or communication systems experience preferred
Knowledge of the installation practices for mechanical and electrical systems is an asset

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