Area Highways Digital Design Lead

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Hdr
HDR provides architecture, engineering, environmental, and construction services for infrastructure projects.
Lead digital design & BIM delivery for highways in Nebraska/Iowa projects
24 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
United States-Nebraska-Omaha | United States-Iowa-Des Moines
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Engineering
Construction services
Environmental services
Urban planning
Project Management
Design
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Architecture
Asset Management
Coastal Engineering & Restoration
Commissioning & Operations
Economics & Finance
Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Healthcare
Role
What you would be doing
model qc
bim coordination
digital standards
workflow training
project setup
client liaison
  • Provide guidance to the area on managing highway project digital delivery production efforts, including risk assessment, planning, scope, fee development, and execution, working in coordination with regional TBG Digital Delivery staff.
  • Serve as a point of contact for area level highway Digital Design & Delivery needs and strategy, with the Digital Delivery & Data Acquisition Cross Sector and the Highways Business Class Digital Delivery Lead through monthly recurring meetings.
  • Assisting in marketing HDR’s Digital Design & Delivery services, working with area TBG Business Development leads.
  • Facilitating 3D model quality control reviews for projects with Model as Legal Deliverables.
  • Establish protocols and monitor HDR relationships with clients' technical BIM/CAD/Digital Delivery teams, working collaboratively to define and fulfill project BIM requirements.
  • Participation in local/regional industry organizations such as ACEC and ASCE, for committees and meetings related to Digital Design & Delivery and BIM/3D Modeling.
  • Provide support to area TBG staff in providing consistent training, standardized workflows, and best practices in Highways Digital Design production efforts, with a focus on nurturing local talent and capabilities and enabling regional workshare efforts.
  • Provide guidance in project setup of Digital Design & Delivery projects and perform periodic reviews of the work of highway model managers and related disciplines on highways projects, ensuring quality and compliance, and acting as the model manager for specific projects.
  • Review and provide guidance to the financial aspects of Highway Digital Design & Delivery, including budgeting and scope, while ensuring alignment with project teams.
  • Support digital delivery and digital workflows across the entire project life cycle, including planning, design, construction and digital asbuilts as needed to meet client requirements.
  • Manage setup and ongoing updates of client specific Digital Design & Delivery standards and workspaces.
What you bring
openroads designer
civil3d
bim manager
8+ years
5+ years
clash detection
  • Bentley accreditation certificates for OpenRoads Designer or ORD Premier Scholar status or Autodesk equivalent.
  • Exceptional training, support, and oversight capabilities, particularly in staff development.
  • Experience performing quality control reviews of design criteria using a 3D model.
  • Experience in clientfacing roles, coordinating technical BIM/CAD project and program needs.
  • Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with client managers, project managers, discipline leads, technical directors, business group directors, and operations staff.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in highway design projects.
  • Strong management and financial oversight skills, with a proven ability to manage Digital Design & Delivery related project scopes and budgets.
  • At least 5 years of experience as a BIM/Model Manager, with a focus on major multidisciplinary transportation projects.
  • Advanced 3D modeling and Digital Design & Delivery/BIM capabilities with OpenRoads Designer or Civil3D.
  • Demonstrable understanding of design criteria and methodologies essential for Digital Design & Delivery in highway projects, especially as it pertains to Iowa and Nebraska DOT requirements.
  • Good understanding of various Digital Design & Delivery and modeling software for highways project.
  • Experience performing 3D clash detection.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1917
Year Founded
The company was established in 1917, marking the beginning of its journey as a leader in engineering and construction.
Over 100 years
Years of Expertise
HDR has accumulated over a century of experience, contributing to its extensive portfolio of innovative projects.
Thousands
Projects Completed
HDR has successfully delivered thousands of projects, showcasing its expertise across various industries.
  • provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment.
  • combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach.
  • designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings.
  • iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.
Culture + Values
  • We embrace the diverse perspectives of people with a passion for making a difference.
  • Our people are the heart of HDR.
  • We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
  • We care about making an impact on the communities we serve.
  • We strive to push the boundaries of what’s possible in every project we take on.
Environment + Sustainability
2035
Net Zero Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by this year.
  • Aim to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions across all office locations.
  • Design and engineering solutions focus on sustainability, utilizing renewable energy, water efficiency, and sustainable materials.
  • Approach to sustainable infrastructure includes climate resilience and long-term environmental stewardship.
  • Measure environmental impact through energy reduction goals, resource conservation, and sustainable design initiatives.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Women
Representation in Leadership Roles
Women comprise 30% of leadership roles, reflecting progress in gender diversity at the executive level.
  • Focuses on recruitment strategies for underrepresented groups to increase workforce diversity.
  • Offers diversity-focused mentorship programs to support career development among diverse employees.
  • Committed to building an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong.
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