BIM Digital Design Lead (Buildings)

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures; it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high‑performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next‑generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. Responsibilities Work for a specific discipline, with minimal direction from the Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional. Be responsible for your discipline model and generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope. Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline. Use the software required to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements. Have an advanced understanding of architectural/engineering documentation, plan presentation for the specific discipline design, and how it interacts with other discipline models. Accurately model BIM elements within the correct constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3‑D software. Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3‑D 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 3‑D Coordination processes. Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project. Manage the digital model environment and deliverables for the entire project. Understand how all disciplines interact and how construction documents are produced. Work directly with more advanced Digital Delivery Leads to execute the digital deliverables outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP). Begin the project initiation procedure, establishing the server infrastructure, discipline models, and digital deliverables outlined in the project scope. Execute the digital deliverables and support the production team throughout the project duration. Provide technical support while communicating the deliverable schedule to the project team. Generate and maintain model setup including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match‑lines, views, sheets, and general models, to accommodate the disciplines and project requirements. Communicate, coordinate, and compile all project digital deliverables and exchange processes at predetermined milestones. Required Qualifications Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience. Minimum of 5 years of related industry experience. Advanced skill set in 3‑D design software and document management infrastructure. Advanced skill set in 3‑D Coordination tools. Competency in 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. 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. Primary Location Information not provided. Schedule Full‑time Employee Status Regular Job Posting Jan 14, 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. Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world’s greatest challenges. We’re always looking for great talent to join our global teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr