Architectural BIM Champion

Why join us?  

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!  We are seeking an Architectural BIM Champion to join our growing teams in Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA, Tampa, Fl, New York, NY, Denver, CO and Austin, TX.

Candidate must be capable of developing, implementing and operating global systems in support of our professional architectural & engineering design and production services. This position requires a dynamic individual with excellent communication skills. This position will participate with & support team members who produce our project deliverables with a focus on excellence, accountability, accuracy and efficiency. Candidate must possess a working knowledge of building design and construction as well as the creation and maintenance of construction documents.

Candidate should expect to actively participate in planning, design concept development, construction documentation, report generation, and specifications coordination processes while in the position of BIM Manager. This skillset requires demonstrated technical experience of 5-10 years in architectural design, technical production and construction detailing.

About Us  

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. 

How will you contribute to the team?  

• Ability to demonstrate superior skills in various digital design platforms with an emphasis on Revit and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

• Strong Knowledge of other computer software programs common to the AE industry and the ability to develop workflows for the same.

• Ability to work with a global digital team to implement new software and global standards per ISO 19650.

• Ability to present oneself professionally to clients as well as maintain a ‘seller-doer’ approach.

• Ability to understand existing standard office practices and procedures and to further develop efficient BIM standards and digital protocols for the company.

• Ability to conduct BIM/REVIT project kick-off meetings and facilitate the execution of BIM Plans by the design team throughout a project’s lifecycle.

• Ability to create and manage content.

• Ability to develop and maintain complex parametric Revit Families as needed; create and manage standard component libraries and folders, including Firm Standards and project-specific details, Revit families, and templates.

• Ability to work within active project teams during design and production phases and contribute to the project with experienced technical design expertise.

• Ability to monitor and resolve BIM issues as they arise during the design process.

• Ability to coordinate and manage procedures for delivery of electronic information such as deliverables to clients and consultants and periodic model exchanges.

• Develop, document, and implement project delivery methods for projects based on AtkinsRéalis policies and industry best practices.

• Ability to coordinate with QA/QC Team to achieve consistent, best practice driven results.

• Ability to perform model management administration and maintenance as well as investigate and resolve model issues in enhanced time frames.

• Ability to provide over-the-shoulder training, develop staff BIM expertise and understanding, and mentor junior staff.

• Ability to conduct consultant BIM coordination meetings and provide support throughout a project.

• Ability to conduct clash detection and provide troubleshooting as needed within models.

• Ability to successfully lead design level BIM leadership for projects. Must demonstrate 5-10 years’ experience.

• Ability to coordinate with sub-consultants and other disciplines and both technically and in BIM management duties.

• Ability to create organized Exhibits in BlueBeam and PowerPoint for client and team review.

• Provides Sr. Architects / Project Managers with status reports of progress on BIM issues and enhancements.

• Possess an interest in developing advanced digital skills in emerging software - 4D-5D, and digital twins.

• Possess an interest in developing leadership skills and a desire for career advancement.

• Ability to complete assignments efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner and self-perform quality control on work prior to publication.

• Communicate regularly with the team and stay within the hours budgeted for tasks assigned.

• Possess an understanding of building materials and construction methods.

• Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills.

• Demonstrate good interpersonal and relationship building skills.

• Ability to interact professionally and comfortably with a variety of personalities and communications styles.

• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.

• Ability to analyze information and propose effective solutions on own initiative.

• Possess an Entrepreneurial spirit and a desire for career advancement.

• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor determine necessary to support the Architecture Practice.

What will you contribute?  

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture required.

• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant architecture work experience.

• A resume with a large variety of project types both in size and complexity is a plus.

• Bim Management: 5 years experience.

• ACC/BIM 360 4 years experience.

• Working knowledge of ISO 19650.

• Required Software Expertise-Knowledge:

  • Revit

  • AutoCAD

  • Autodesk Construction Cloud

  • Autodesk Build

  • Navisworks

  • ACC Clash Detection

  • Imaginit Clarity Automation

  • Dynamo (a plus)

  • Autodesk Recap (point cloud work)

  • MicroStation (a plus)

  • Bentley OpenBuildings Designer (a plus)

• Candidate who is in the process of completing the Architect Registration Exam (ARE) is a plus.

• LEED AP is a plus.

We offer at AtkinsRéalis:  

AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.  Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life.   

We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage for domestic partners and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes: 

• Competitive salary 

• Flexible work schedules  

• Group Insurance 

• Paid Family Leave  

• Two Floating Holidays 

• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity) 

• Pet Insurance  

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program 

• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals. 

• A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-

• 1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college 

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!  

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability. 

Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here: 

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement 

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy.  Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. 

By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. Expected compensation range for Washington, DC , New York, and Denve,CO is between $94,000 - $157,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.  

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws. 

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies: 

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws. 

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies: 

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies