At
JH Kelly, we're expanding our Virtual Construction Services (VCS) and BIM capabilities to support complex commercial and industrial mechanical, plumbing, and process piping projects across the Pacific Northwest. We're seeking experienced, detail-oriented professionals for the following BIM-focused roles in our growing team:
- BIM Specialist
- Revit Content Builder (MEP)
- BIM Senior Detailer
- VCS Coordinator
These positions work closely together to develop high-quality Revit content, manage intelligent models, drive coordination, produce accurate detailing deliverables, and bridge virtual design with field construction and fabrication. If you're passionate about Revit, Autodesk tools, collaboration, and delivering excellence in construction technology, this is your opportunity to contribute to a century-old legacy of quality and innovation.
About Us
Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR, we're an industry leader fueled by an award-winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight-knit culture.
Learn more about our story at www.jhkelly.com
Check out our job openings here: www.jhkelly.com/open-positions/
What You'll Do
While each role has its own primary focus, team members across these positions contribute to reliable, high-performing BIM workflows that support modeling, content creation, coordination, detailing, fabrication, and successful project delivery:
- Develop, maintain, and optimize Revit MEP models, families, and content libraries.
- Manage project coordination, clash detection, and model integrity using Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
- Support the creation of accurate installation drawings, schedules, and field deliverables.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and troubleshooting to project teams.
- Collaborate with field operations, fabrication, subcontractors, and stakeholders to align virtual construction with on-site execution.
- Help refine company standards, templates, best practices, and process improvements.
Pay Range: $30-$60 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible).
Benefits Package
- Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx - Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
- Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
- 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
- Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
- Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
- Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly's profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation over the past 10 years.
Here's what you'll take on:
- BIM Specialist Focus: Model management, optimization, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) administration. You'll maintain high-performance Revit models, manage ACC project environments, provide technical support and training, and drive BIM workflow efficiency and innovation.
- Revit Content Builder (MEP) Focus: Revit family and content development. You'll create intelligent, parametric Revit families (pipe accessories, valves, equipment, supports, hangers, etc.) and maintain standardized content libraries that ensure consistent tagging, scheduling, and coordination across projects.
- BIM Senior Detailer Focus: Project-level detailing leadership. You'll lead detailing efforts, manage coordination models, resolve clashes, act as liaison between field and virtual teams, mentor junior detailers, and ensure high-quality deliverables on time.
- VCS Coordinator Focus: Overall VCS workflow leadership and coordination. You'll oversee virtual construction processes, facilitate clash detection and coordination meetings, manage documentation in ACC, and align design, fabrication, and field installation across HVAC, plumbing, piping, and electrical projects.
What You Bring - Experience: BIM Specialist, Revit Content Builder, or VCS Coordinator: 3-5+ years in Revit MEP, BIM coordination, or virtual construction. BIM Senior Detailer: Minimum 10 years of detailing experience with a mechanical, plumbing, or piping contractor.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit (MEP), Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office. Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and/or Fabrication CADmep is a significant plus for several roles.
- Knowledge: Solid understanding of commercial and industrial MEP systems, construction documentation, coordination processes, and best practices.
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, organization, communication, collaboration, and mentoring abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a team environment.
- Education: Associate degree in Drafting/Design, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent practical experience. Revit or BIM-related certifications preferred.
Physical RequirementsThis office-based role involves sitting at a computer for extended periods, with occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds. You'll need strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and clear communication skills for technical support and collaboration. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities.