Director of Digital Practice

Overview

Lead firmwide digital strategy, BIM, and tech adoption in AEC projects.

Key Responsibilities

• digital strategy
• bim standards
• workflow design
• tool adoption
• training programs
• thought leadership

Tasks

-Foster a collaborative team mentality focused on research, innovation, and implementation across architecture and engineering staff. -Design and deliver training programs to build digital literacy across all disciplines. -Assist with contract reviews of BIM focus technical language or procedures with internal contracts team. -Lead digital practice strategy in partnership with firm leadership, aligning with business goals and project delivery needs. -Build connections with peers and technology partners to anticipate trends and keep the firm at the forefront of design technology. -Establish standards for data-driven workflows, lifecycle BIM processes, and computational design. -Shape multi-platform workflows to enhance design, documentation, and construction integration. -Guide adoption of new tools and processes that drive firmwide innovation and competitiveness. -Mentor digital practice staff to support career growth and strengthen expertise within the team. -Evaluate, pilot, and implement hardware, software, and emerging technologies in collaboration with IT and project teams. -Represent AE Works at industry conferences, professional associations, and client forums as a thought leader in BIM and digital innovation.

Requirements

• revit
• bim execution
• python
• licensed architect
• 10+ years
• leed

What You Bring

-Experience integrating computational design, data analytics, and automation into workflows -Familiarity with programming or scripting languages (Python, C#, Revit API) -Licensed Architect or Engineer -Demonstrated expertise in all phases of architecture and engineering design, with a passion for learning and adopting new technologies -Experience developing and implementing BIM Execution Plans, standards, and digital workflows -10+ years of experience in design technology, digital practice, or BIM leadership within the AEC industry -Professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related design discipline -Proven expertise with Autodesk Revit and related tools (e.g., Autodesk Construction Cloud) -LEED, WELL, or other sustainability-related accreditation -Experience with project contracts, including BIM-related technical requirements -Knowledge of environmental analysis tools, and design visualization tools. -Track record of mentoring and developing staff in digital practices

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About Ae Works Ltd.

-Their portfolio spans universities, hospitals, civic centers, labs, and utility infrastructure projects. -On staff are architects, engineers (MEP/FP), planners, safety experts, and project managers working as one integrated team. -They focus on reducing design and construction time while maximizing operational and cost efficiencies. -Standout projects include Central Utility Buildings, VA medical centers, and science-lab campus facilities. -They earned industry awards for growth and design, including Inc. 5000 and Zweig Group’s Best Firms to Work For.

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