Apply on Employer Site

HKS, Inc. · 5 months ago

Firmwide Practice Technology Specialist II

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $125K/yr

3+ years exp

HKS, Inc. is a firm that specializes in innovative design technologies and BIM applications. They are seeking a Firmwide Practice Technology Specialist II to provide guidance and support for the strategic application of BIM on projects, ensuring compliance with design and quality standards while promoting continuous improvement initiatives.

Architecture

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provides support to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers as needed

Assists Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers in the development BIMs for projects from Concept through Construction Administration

Provides support to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to ensure BIM production efforts meet firmwide design and quality standards

Enforces organizational best practices and prerequisite skills to ensure compliance with established firmwide standards for design excellence

Interfaces with and provides technical guidance to Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to ensure the efficient and effective application of BIM and design technology on HKS projects

Provides feedback on project-based activities to the Firmwide Practice Technology Resources

Assists in maintaining and creating firm-wide documentation, procedures and standards

Possesses full knowledge of Practice Technology best practices, firmwide standards and expectations for design excellence

Assists in the creation and development of best practices, firmwide standards and expectations for design excellence

Assists team members in learning processes and growing professionally

Leads and empowers Office Practice Technology Specialists and BIM Managers to proactively flag and solve project issues

Engages with project teams for limited engagements on project specific work

Understands and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices through involvement with firm leadership, BIM committees, and technology champions

Collaborates & assists project teams to allow for adoption of HKS Plugins in Revit

Works closely with Practice Technology Leadership to detect trends and evolving topics within HKS design and delivery process

Qualification

Autodesk RevitBIM ManagementAEC applicationsMS Office SuiteDesign visualizationEnvironmental analysisAutoCADInterpersonal skillsWork ethicProblem solvingTeam collaborationEffective communication

Required

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred

Typically 3-5+ years of related experience with Autodesk Revit and BIM Management and in an architecture, interior design or construction related field

Expert knowledge of and proven practical experience in AEC authoring and management applications including Autodesk (Revit, Navisworks Manage, BIM 360 and Forge), Rhino, Sketchup and their API interfaces

Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred

Familiarity with design visualization applications including Autodesk 3D Max, Enscape, Lumion, Vray and Unreal Engine preferred

Familiarity with environmental analysis applications such as Sefaira, Insight360, Lady Bug/Honeybee, Fenestra Pro, WUFI, and IES preferred

Understanding of legacy CAD applications and practices, particularly AutoCAD

Understanding of building detailing, construction principles and practices

Proven ability to produce quality construction documents

Proven ability to deliver business change through the innovative use of data and technology with an entrepreneurial mindset

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff

Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results

Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

Ability to proactively problem solve and apply innovative solutions

Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment

Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time

Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

Travel may be required

Preferred

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Familiarity with design visualization applications including Autodesk 3D Max, Enscape, Lumion, Vray and Unreal Engine

Familiarity with environmental analysis applications such as Sefaira, Insight360, Lady Bug/Honeybee, Fenestra Pro, WUFI, and IES

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision care coverage

401(k) plans

Life & AD&D insurance

Short/long term disability plans

Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation)

And much more for benefits-eligible employees

Company

HKS, Inc.

Glassdoor4.3

HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance.

Founded in 1939

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, ARE

1001-5000 employees

http://www.hksinc.com/

H1B Sponsorship

HKS, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (48)

2024 (29)

2023 (23)

2022 (30)

2021 (11)

2020 (15)