What are the responsibilities and job description for the BIM Coordinator / Specialist position at AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc.?
About AHA Consulting Engineers
AHA Consulting Engineers, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts with offices in Boston, Alpharetta (GA) and Philadelphia is a private engineering MEP consulting firm specializing in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Energy & Sustainability, Commissioning, BIM/VDC, and Technology Design services. For over 35 years, AHA’s Team of dedicated professionals expertly advise, evaluate, model, design and commission high-performance building systems.
AHA Consulting Engineers continues to grow and evolve to meet the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. In the past five years, over 25% of our team members have joined the company, bringing fresh ideas and energy to our work. More than half of our employees have celebrated a five-year milestone, and nearly a quarter have been with AHA for 20 years—a testament to the strong, supportive culture we’ve built.
Job Summary
The BIM Coordinator/Specialist supports the BIM/VDC Director in model production, coordination, digital workflows, and BIM standards across MEP engineering projects. This role is hands-on and focused on high-quality modeling, support, and continuous improvement.
Job Responsibilities
BIM Execution & Model Management
- Set up and manage Revit models for MEP engineering projects.
- Support project teams with day-to-day Revit production tasks, model troubleshooting, and deliverable configuration.
- Develop and maintain parametric families, content libraries, and project templates.
- Integrate architectural/structural/civil models into MEP systems models and support coordination workflows.
- Maintain and update project models throughout design phases in alignment with company and client standards.
Collaboration & Coordination
- Work closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to resolve modeling and coordination challenges.
- Collaborate with IT, software vendors, and internal staff to troubleshoot technical issues.
- Participate in coordination and clash detection processes (Navisworks Manage).
- Support and maintain cloud collaboration setups (ACC, BIM Collaborate Pro).
Training, Mentorship & Support
- Provide one-on-one or small-group Revit training for staff.
- Assist the BIM/VDC Director in developing training materials, documentation, and best practice guides.
- Support and maintain consistent modeling practices across the office.
Quality Assurance & Data Management
- Conduct routine model health checks and perform model clean-up.
- Ensure adherence to BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), project standards, and QA procedures.
- Track and document model issues, monitor documentation quality, and ensure deliverable readiness.
BIM Strategy & Standards
- Help maintain firmwide BIM standards, content libraries, and templates.
- Support adoption of new tools, techniques, and digital workflows identified by the BIM/VDC Director.
- Provide feedback to improve modeling processes and project delivery consistency.
Requirements Qualifications:
- 2 years using Revit for MEP, architecture, or engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of MEP systems and coordination workflows.
- Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks Manage, and Autodesk AEC tools.
- Familiarity with BIM Collaborate Pro / Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Experience with Bluebeam Revu/Studio.
- Excellent organization, detail orientation, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills; ability to explain modeling concepts to others.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Drafting, BIM/CAD Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Experience with digital twins, 4D/5D workflows, or model-based simulations.
- Knowledge of Dynamo, Revit API, Python, or C# for automation.
- Exposure to AR/VR tools, reality capture workflows, or asset information management.
- Experience with visualization tools like Lumion, Twinmotion, Enscape, V-Ray, or D5 Render.
- Familiarity with laser scanning equipment and point cloud workflows.
- Interest in emerging technologies (AI-enabled modeling, automation, analytics
.
At AHA, our success is built on people—and we go above and beyond to create a workplace where you can thrive. Along with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we offer unique programs that set us apart:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – giving you a true stake in AHA’s long-term success.
- Path to Partnership – a transparent career growth framework where leadership opportunities are attainable.
- Student Debt Repayment Program – direct financial support to help ease the burden of student loans.
- Flexible & Hybrid Work Schedules – designed to support work-life balance without limiting career development.
- Professional Development & Mentorship – including FE/PE exam support and structured training opportunities.
At AHA, you’re not just joining an engineering firm, you’re building a career where your ideas, growth, and contributions truly make an impact.
AHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome veterans, individuals with disabilities, and all qualified candidates who have diverse perspectives.
Staffing Firms Notice – AHA does not accept resumes from staffing firms unless there is a current agreement in place.