What are the responsibilities and job description for the BIM Engineer position at Plateau Excavation, Inc.?
Position Overview
Plateau Excavation is seeking a BIM Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale sitework, infrastructure, and mission-critical projects across the Southeast. Reporting to the BIM Manager, this role focuses on developing accurate digital models and supporting data-driven workflows that improve constructability, coordination, and field execution.
This is an in-office position based in Kennesaw, Georgia.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain BIM and 3D models for earthwork, grading, utilities, and site logistics
- Support estimating and preconstruction with model-based quantity takeoffs and analysis
- Assist the BIM Manager with constructability reviews and design coordination
- Coordinate BIM data with survey, engineering, project management, and field teams
- Create and maintain machine control models and digital terrain models (DTMs)
- Identify and help resolve design conflicts and clashes prior to construction
- Update models throughout the project lifecycle, including design revisions and as-built conditions
- Support 4D scheduling and visualization as needed
- Follow and help implement Plateau’s BIM standards, workflows, and documentation
- Provide technical support to project teams under the direction of the BIM Manager
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geomatics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2 years of experience in BIM, VDC, or digital construction, preferably in heavy civil or sitework
- Proficiency with:
- AutoCAD / Civil 3D
- Navisworks
- Revit (as applicable)
- Trimble, Topcon, or similar construction technology platforms
- Strong understanding of sitework and civil construction operations
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and survey data
- Strong communication and coordination skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with BIM/VDC Modeling
- Experience on mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure projects
- Familiarity with drone data, point clouds, or reality capture
- Field experience in heavy civil construction
- Exposure to scheduling and 4D modeling
Why Join Plateau Excavation
- Direct mentorship and collaboration with Plateau’s BIM leadership
- In-office collaboration with experienced project, survey, and field teams
- Opportunity to grow within Plateau’s digital construction and technology program
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- A people-first culture built on safety, quality, and innovation