What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead BIM Specialist position at PAE?
The Opportunity
PAE is looking for a Lead BIM Specialist to act as a senior technical authority in BIM and digital deliver, leading BIM on PAE's most complex projects, mentoring BIM staff across offices, and contributing significantly to firmwide standards and continuous improvement without formal people-management responsibilities.
Who We Are
PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.
What You'll Do
In addition, PAE offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification.
To find out more visit our website.
What We’re Made Of
Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA). PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond. Learn more at pae-engineers.com.
Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water.
Fine Print
Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
PAE is looking for a Lead BIM Specialist to act as a senior technical authority in BIM and digital deliver, leading BIM on PAE's most complex projects, mentoring BIM staff across offices, and contributing significantly to firmwide standards and continuous improvement without formal people-management responsibilities.
Who We Are
PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.
What You'll Do
- Serve as lead BIM specialist on high-visibility and complex projects, acting as the primary BIM authority for clients and external partners and supporting Regional BIM Managers
- Advise Project Managers on BIM scope, LOD, schedule, and fee implications
- Collaborate with Project Managers to develop work plans for addressing BIM related technical and coordination issues
- Lead BIM project deliverables in partnership with Project Managers and Project Coordinators
- Provide advanced technical mentorship to BIM Specialists and Digital Design Technicians
- Lead BIM 360/ ACC configuration and model exchange strategies for major projects
- Conduct rigorous AQ/QC reviews of model's and documentation; produce markups and guidance
- Train project teams on QMP requirements and BIM execution best practices
- Contribute to the development and refinement of firmwide BIM standards and BIM Execution Plan frameworks
- Regularly share lessons learned and emerging best practices with the broader BIM community at PAE
- Lead or co-lead BIM/Revit kickoff meetings, mentoring other BIM staff in planning and facilitating these sessions while sharing best practices with internal and external teams
- Apply deep understanding of BIM LOD to support proposal development and contract deliverable definitions
- Support and lead internal BIM development tasks, pilots, and rollouts of new digital delivery tools to advance firmwide digital delivery capabilities
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience; Bachelor's degree preferred
- 8 years of AEC industry experience with 2 years of BIM leadership in projects
- Extensive knowledge of construction industry and engineering disciplines, especially MEP-rich projects
- Extensive experience and expertise in using Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360/ ACC and related digital delivery tools
- Expert proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Lists, Power Automate, Power BI, Stream, Planner, Teams, OneDrive, and OneNote, to support automation, reporting, knowledge sharing, and firmwide BIM initiatives
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing and internal presentation
- Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit for Mechanical or Electrical Design preferred
- Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting preferred
- Willingness to travel to support key projects and coordination across offices
- Hiring Base Salary Range: $86,400- $115,600 annual
- This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay
In addition, PAE offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
- Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
- Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
- Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
- Cell phone stipend
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Hybrid work schedule
- Employee Assistance Program
- 9 paid holidays including an additional employee-selected day
- Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation
- To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package, visit https://www.pae-engineers.com/careers/benefits. This information is provided per the Equal Pay Act
PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification.
To find out more visit our website.
What We’re Made Of
Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA). PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond. Learn more at pae-engineers.com.
Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water.
Fine Print
Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
Salary : $86,400 - $115,600