Senior Structural BIM Specialist

Overview Responsibilities Drafting and designing HDR Building Engineering Services and Municipal Water projects, including buildings, industrial and commercial structures, water treatment structures, pump stations, and foundations Develop models and drawings based on rough sketches, marked-up copies and/or detailed verbal instructions, with minimal direction from the Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional Be responsible for the structural model and will generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope Develop drawings with necessary views, sections and details using Company and/or Client standards and procedures with supervision To be skilled with the software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements Have an advanced understanding of architectural/engineering documentation, structural plan presentation, and how it interacts with other discipline models Accurately model BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health. Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project Learn and understand project and Company standards and procedures Performs computations such as material quantity estimate, dimensional checks, etc, as assigned May learn new programs or processes required for assignments Effectively communicates with team members Other duties as assigned Preferred Technical Competencies Intermediate knowledge of Computer Automated Drafting Design (CADD) or other applications or design or modeling skills. Intermediate knowledge and experience of BIM (including Revit 2024, 2025) Basic knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides. Basic industry knowledge and technology trends Basic ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned. Preferred Non-Technical Competencies Learning on the Fly Problem Solving Time Management Result Driven Self-Development Customer Focus Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong work ethic and attention to detail Required Qualifications Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience A minimum of 5 years related industry experience Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. The expected compensation range for this position is $31.00 - $49.00/hour depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Primary Location: United States-California-Folsom Other Locations: United States-California-Walnut Creek Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Building Structural Job Posting: Feb 16, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR