Operations Manager - BIM - VDC

PURPOSE

The BIM/VDC Operations Manager is responsible for building and maintaining relationships that support the Baker Group Just Cause and Core Values across team members, clients, and partners. This role focuses on executing BIM projects leading and developing staff, optimizing workflows, and strengthening both internal and external relationships.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provide leadership and direction for detailing team leaders Including recruiting, performance management and compensation.
• Collaborate with Operations to align detailing team objectives with overall organizational goals.
• Promote workflow and deliverable alignment across business units.
• Oversee and enhance the BIM QA/QC program while monitoring company-wide detailing operations.
• Participate in project and pursuit meetings to establish BIM deliverables, schedules, and expectations.
• Partner with project managers and lead detailers to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient project completion.
• Research and evaluate new technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
• Educate project managers on BIM processes and their value to clients and field operations.
• Oversee the transition of models from Engineering to the BIM/VDC department.
• Foster effective communication with project managers, engineers, and team members.
• Benchmark detailer performance and hold team members accountable for project goals.
• Support early project phases  through coordination meetings and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to business unit meetings, pursuits, and resource forecasting.
• Recruit, develop, and maintain BIM talent to strengthen both shop and field operations.
• Identify, onboard and manage external BIM resources as needed.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Five (5) years of progressive experience in BIM/VDC operations, detailing or construction project management
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of Engineering, BIM and Construction processes. 

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proven problem solving and leadership abilities
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD MEP and Revit workflows.
• Proficiency with Navisworks, Revizto and Stratus software. 
• Ability to interpret construction documents, product literature, specifications and cut sheets
• Skilled at collaborating effectively  with design teams and field team members

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally
• Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs
• Occasional exposure to variety of temperature and weather conditions

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.