Area Bridges Digital Design Lead
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Primary Responsibilities
HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge Digital Design Lead to support area level Bridges and Structures Digital Design & Delivery/BIM/3D Modeling initiatives. This individual will be expected to develop 3D/BIM and 2D deliverables for structures including steel and concrete bridges, long-span girders, arches, cable-supported bridges, and segmental bridges. Tasks may include development of parametric models to generate complex geometry, collaboration with Engineers to develop structural analysis model geometry, and use of appropriate digital design & delivery software/processes to develop client deliverables. Responsibilities may also include production of 3D Bridge Visualizations for client decision making, Public Involvement, and proposals. This individual must be proficient in Open Bridge Modeler (OBM), and will train and assist area Bridge modelers in integrating this tool into bridge design and leading the areas Digital Design & Delivery/BIM/3D Modeling initiatives specific to BSBC projects.
- Help lead initiatives to integrate Open Bridge Modeler (OBM) in bridge design workflows and provide support to area TBG staff in providing consistent training and standardized workflows, and best practices in BSBC Digital Design production efforts, with a focus on nurturing local talent and capabilities and enabling regional workshare efforts.
- Establish protocols and monitor HDR relationships with clients' technical BIM/CAD/Digital Delivery teams, working collaboratively to define and fulfill project BIM requirements.
- Manage setup and ongoing updates of client specific Digital Design & Delivery standards and workspaces.
- Provide guidance in project setup of Digital Design & Delivery projects and perform periodic reviews of the work of BSBC model managers and related disciplines on BSBC projects, ensuring quality and compliance, and acting as the model manager for specific projects, and develop bridge plans and models for project deliverables on specific projects. These may be 3D/BIM, 2D drawings cut from 3D models, or traditional 2D drawings.
- Facilitating 3D model quality control reviews for projects with Model as Legal Deliverables.
- Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
- A minimum of 5 years digital design (BIM element authoring) and 5 years digital delivery (model management) experience
- Comprehensive understanding of all discipline relations and operations of building systems
- Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure
- Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tools
- Advanced skillset of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
- Familiar with industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications
- Familiar with basic automation and programming applications for efficiencies
- Familiar with 3D design software add-ins and supporting applications
- Familiar with content creation and management concepts
- Superior client service, communication, and presentation skills are essential
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively serve as a first line of technical support
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and leadership traits are essential
- Must have strong organizational skills to establish priorities between technical support requests and project work
- Must be enthusiastic, energetic, and an excellent work ethic
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.
