J.r. Harris & Company

POSITION

BIM and Field Technician

Full-time position; part-time candidates will also be considered

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The BIM and Field Technician is responsible for managing JRH’s BIM production, overseeing drafting standards, performing field technician work, and implementing new technologies that improve efficiency, accuracy, and project delivery. This role supports both new building structural design and existing building investigation, preservation, and adaptive reuse projects. The ideal candidate is a motivated, forward-thinking, detail-oriented individual who is excited to advance BIM workflows, support engineers in developing construction documents and performing field investigations, and help implement emerging tools such as GPR, LIDAR scanning, digital collaboration platforms, and automation technologies.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in drafting, engineering technology, or related field (preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in BIM modeling and structural drafting

 

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop Revit models and produce structural construction documents under the direction of project engineers.
• Manage JRH BIM and drafting standards, including reviewing project models for consistency and assisting with standard updates and rollout.
• Coordinate JRH structural models with other disciplines.
• Perform field investigations and building surveys, including field measurements, GPR scanning, LIDAR scanning, photographic documentation, and other methods to document existing structural conditions.
• Lead the evaluation and implementation of new technologies, including scanning, data processing, BIM automation, and digital workflows to increase efficiency and value.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives tied to drafting quality, technology integration, and project delivery.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiency in Revit structural modeling, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high-quality construction documents.
• Interest or experience in existing building investigation, field surveying and documentation, GPR, LIDAR scanning, point cloud processing, and other non-destructive evaluation or digital capture technologies.
• Interest in automation tools and digital workflows; familiarity with scripting languages (such as Python or Dynamo) is a plus but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to research, learn, and implement new technologies and workflows.
• Client-focused mindset with the ability to develop positive working relationships.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform field work for extended periods at active construction sites and existing buildings, including walking and standing; navigating uneven surfaces, stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts; bending, crouching, and kneeling; and lifting and carrying field equipment.

COMPENSATION

$75,000-$95,000 annual salary commensurate with experience, plus a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan with company matching, and professional development support.