buildingSMART (BIM) Specialist / MEP Engineering - HOK - San Francisco or Houston

HOK is looking for a building SMART (BIM) Specialist in MEP Engineering in either the San Francisco or Houston office. This position supports project teams through application of expert Revit knowledge.

RESPONSIBILITIES

[General]

• Provides expertise and/or advisement to project teams for implementation of Revit and buildingSMART techniques.
• Provides feedback on project-based activities to the firmwide buildingSMART team.
• Supports the development of HOK BIM standards and content for MEP disciplines.
• Can be a resource and team member in all phases of projects.
• Maintains current knowledge of design software, industry developments in integrated practice, and other applicable techniques.
• Acts as leader and mentor by coaching and motivating project team members in the use of advanced Revit technologies.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

[MEP Engineering]

• Creates HOK standard Revit families and templates for MEP disciplines.
• Standardize workflows and processes across offices to utilize model based design of MEP systems.
• Utilizes specialist knowledge to conduct analysis or modeling in one of the following areas; M, E, or P Engineering, M, E, or P Revit Modeling, Building Physics, Energy Modeling, Daylight Analysis, CFD, MEP Fabrication, or Structures as noted below.

SKILLS and COMPETENCY

[General]

• Advanced knowledge in building information modeling programs and applicable techniques.
• Expertise in Revit and other BIM tools required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Outlook, Word and Excel required.
• Knowledge about sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
• Experience with programming/scripting languages such as: C#, Java, VBA, Python preferred
• Experience with web development using: HTML, CSS, JavaScript preferred
• Ability to effectively meet and accommodate deadlines on multiple projects.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and provide timely feedback and guidance to the Design Team.

[MEP Engineering]

• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of MEP systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of building codes.
• Experience with simulation applications preferred: EnergyPlus, Radiance, Ansys, IES, Diva.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
• Five years of discipline-specific modeling experience working on one or more of the following building types: commercial, corporate, institutional/civic, justice, science/technology, aviation, or healthcare.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) or PE preferred, if applicable.
• Experience working and coordinating with integrated teams.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

HOK is an Equal Opportunity Employer - women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

If you are interested, please apply by visiting website at www.hok.com/careers.
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