BIM Modeler @ National Design Build Services

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 4,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

National Design Build is a mechanical design/build firm that offers our customers knowledge and experience in designing air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems (HVAC/R) in commercial and industrial buildings. Our projects consist of Healthcare, Food Processing, Manufacturing, Warehouses, Office Buildings and Refrigerated Warehouses.  NDBS offers an impressive benefits and compensation program in addition to excellent career development opportunities. 

We're looking for a BIM Modeler / Coordinator to produce accurate, well-coordinated 3D models of HVAC piping and ductwork systems using Revit and Navisworks. You'll focus on model development, multi-trade clash detection, and field coordination — partnering with our engineers and designers to deliver constructable projects from concept through installation.

Position Type : Full Time

Travel Required: <10%

Departmen t: Engineering

Reports to : BIM Manager

Location: St. Louis, MO 63146

Schedule : On-site, Monday-Friday

• Model HVAC equipment, ductwork, and piping systems in Revit to project and company standards
• Run clash detection in Navisworks, generate clash reports, and drive resolutions with other trades
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings and track issues through to closeout
• Produce construction drawings, sections, and details directly from the Revit model
• Maintain model accuracy, consistency, and alignment with internal BIM standards and project execution plans
• Support field engineering efforts, including trade coordination and document management
• Organize and maintain project documentation, model files, and records
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to deliver work that meets NDBS standards

Required

• Minimum 3 years' experience in the HVAC or MEP industry
• Strong proficiency in Revit (MEP) and Navisworks
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with HVAC piping and ductwork systems, fittings, and installation practices
• Ability to interpret Architectural, Structural, Civil, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection documents and models
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple deadline-driven projects simultaneously

Nice to Have

• Experience running clash detection workflows and managing model coordination
• Exposure to BIM execution plans and Common Data Environments (CDEs)

• Travel to job sites where walking, climbing, lifting, carrying items, and navigating unfinished sites without assistance may be required
• Operate standard office equipment, computers, and related software
• Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, trade partners, and field personnel to identify coordination issues and develop practical solutions

Why Join Kelso Industries?  

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.  

Here you will experience:   

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.  

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable. 

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day. 

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being. 

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business