Digital Practice Specialist - BIM/VDC

At Stantec, we have some of the world’s leading professionals passionate about enabling our business to be its best. Our business teams include finance, procurement, human resources, information technology, marketing, corporate development, HSSE, real estate, legal, and practice services. We bring diverse backgrounds, skills, and expertise and create a caring culture where everyone can thrive. Through teamwork and collaboration, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Stantec every day.The Digital Practice Specialist – BIM/VDC provides leadership, technical expertise, and coordination for digital delivery, BIM, model-based design, and engineering information management across transportation and infrastructure projects. The role supports project teams in implementing modern digital delivery practices, improving collaboration, advancing model-based workflows, and enabling successful delivery through platforms such as Bentley and Autodesk.Working across disciplines, business centers, and joint venture partners, the Digital Practice Specialist serves as a trusted advisor for digital strategy, BIM implementation, common data environments, model governance, interoperability, and technical workflow development. The position promotes consistency, quality, and innovation while helping project teams adopt efficient and scalable digital delivery solutions.This position reports to the –Senior Digital Delivery ManagerKey ResponsibilitiesDigital Delivery & BIM LeadershipLead implementation of BIM and digital delivery workflows on major transportation, rail, roadway, bridge, and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.Support development and maintenance of Digital Project Execution Plans (DPxP), BIM execution strategies, and project digital delivery requirements.Establish governance, standards, naming conventions, model management processes, and information management workflows.Facilitate BIM coordination activities across internal and external project teams.Other tasks as assigned.Common Data Environment & Information ManagementSupport deployment, configuration, and administration of Bentley and Autodesk CDE environments.Develop and maintain workflows for model publishing, iModels, federated model review, issue management, and design coordination.Assist teams in implementing ISO-aligned digital delivery and information management practices.Promote effective use of common data environments and single-source-of-truth principlesCollaborate with the Infrastructure Digital Practice (IDP) Services and Solutions Managers, to provide overall design software support services.Technical Delivery & Workflow DevelopmentProvide guidance on Model-Based Design applications in one of the following: - Bentley Open applications including OpenRoads, OpenRail, OpenBridge, MicroStation, ProjectWise, and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud.Autodesk AEC applications including Civil 3D, Revit, InfraWorks, Inventor, Autodesk Forma CloudDevelop standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflow documentation, training materials, and implementation guidance.Troubleshoot complex BIM, CAD, model management, interoperability, and data exchange issues.Support integration between Bentley and Autodesk ecosystems and other connected digital platforms.Training, Collaboration & Knowledge SharingLead technical workshops, user groups, BIM coordination meetings, and project-specific training sessions.Mentor project teams on digital delivery best practices and emerging technologies.Develop and deliver demonstrations, educational content, and adoption resources to increase digital capability across the organization.Foster collaboration among project teams, digital practice leaders, software vendors, and external partners.Strategic Project SupportProvide digital leadership for major programs requiring multidisciplinary coordination and advanced model-based delivery.Support quality assurance, model review, clash detection initiatives, model governance, and coordination reviews.Evaluate and recommend process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance project delivery outcomes.Represent Infrastructure Digital Practice in project planning, client discussions, and industry-facing digital initiatives.Assist with proposals and help position Digital Practice capabilities in pursuit effortsQualifications and ExperienceTechnical & Digital Skills5+ years of experience in infrastructure digital delivery, BIM, major projects, and digital project execution.Professional Engineer (PE) designation preferred.Demonstrated experience with Bentley and Autodesk digital delivery platforms and transportation infrastructure workflows.Strong communication, facilitation, training, and stakeholder engagement skills.Ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement digital transformation initiatives across large, complex projects.Preferred / Differentiating SkillsExperience supporting infrastructure, engineering, or consulting delivery environmentsUnderstanding of data governance, workflow standardization, and digital delivery modelsExperience working with geospatial or engineering data sets is an assetDemonstrated expertise in digital project execution planning, technical advisory services, and delivery coordination for complex infrastructure projects.Professional AttributesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilitiesAbility to connect technical solutions to real-world delivery challengesExcellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholdersProactive, adaptable, and delivery-focused mindsetStrong collaboration and leadership presence within multidisciplinary teamsStrong experience mentoring staff through complex project delivery, technical problem-solving, and evolving business priorities.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction, Information Management, or related field.Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be consideredetails here"This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.About StantecStantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.Pay Range:• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$110,300.00 - $165,500.00 Annually• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA, VA Areas-$130,200.00 - $195,300.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: United States | NY | RochesterOther Locations: United States | ME | PortlandOrganization: BC-2559 Transpt-US Management InnovEmployee Status: RegularManagement Level: Individual contributorBusiness Justification: ReplacementTravel: NoSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 08/09/2026 06:09:45Req ID: 1007549Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.