Bim Technician - Toronto, Canada - Smith + Andersen

Smith + Andersen

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Toronto, Canada

1 day ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Toronto office of Smith + Andersen is seeking a BIM Technician. The BIM Technician is discipline specific and has working knowledge of the Autodesk Revit building information modelling platform. The BIM Technician works under the direct supervision of a project engineer/designer. Using Revit, the BIM Technician prepares drawing packages including plans, layouts, schematics and detailed scale drawings.

Does this sound like you? Here are some of the more detailed responsibilities you can expect in this position:

Model and/or design for a single discipline. Prepares drawing packages, including plans, layouts, schematics, and detailed scale drawings in compliance with Smith + Andersen prototype standard drawing setup at the onset of a project.
Produce and/or modify a BIM (Building Information Model) from sketches, markups and/or designs as required by the project team to suit design requirements, consultant changes, scope changes and/or general updates.
Review models against markups to ensure accuracy of work in the three dimensional model and resultant twodimensional drawings.
Collaborate/communicate with other disciplines' design changes and model challenges.
Populate and maintain the parametric database within a model as needed to meet design requirements.
Identify and discuss interferences or space issues with the project team for resolution and change implementation. This may include three dimensional analysis using Revit or other software such as Navisworks.
Prepare submissions for issuance, plotting and archives.
Control and maintain models in an organized manner in the appropriate project directory system, as per company standards.
Adhere to office BIM standards and prototype standards, including the project BIM Execution Plan, Level of Development matrix
Layout MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) equipment and identify clashes. When required, produce schematic drawings and identify sizing requirements.
Review layouts of mechanical or electrical services for interferences with major building elements such as structure, ceilings, walls, etc.
Generate Navisworks models.
Any other BIM tasks required to assist in the completion of working drawings.

A few more qualifications which will help you with these responsibilities:

College diploma in Building Information Modelling Program (BIM), Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical building service program; or a related field with relevant work experience.
Familiar with building sector services such as plumbing systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, lighting, power and systems and communication is an preferred.
Knowledge of the installation practices for mechanical and electrical systems is an asset.
Working knowledge of structural, mechanical, architectural, lighting and electrical models to appreciate space limitations and interferences is an asset.
Good written and oral communication skills; able to communicate with the design team and external BIM teams or clients.
Ability to work in an environment driven by project deadlines.
Highly motivated with an attention to detail and an ability to accept direction.
Able to work independently as well as part of a team.