Job Description

Ingenuity empowered by curiosity.

Albert Kahn Associates is driven to question the status quo in search of creative and long-lasting design and engineering solutions that solve our client’s challenges. We help them do what they do even better. We engage our communities in the design of the built and natural environments to foster genuine belonging and leave a positive impact on our world. We improve life through design.

What we are looking for:
Critical Thinkers. Creative problem solvers. Collaborative Teammates. Future Leaders.

Our Detroit office is seeking a full-time BIM Manager to join our multi-disciplinary team. This individual will play a key leadership role in managing and advancing the firm’s Building Information Modeling (BIM) strategy, implementation, and standards across all projects and departments.

The BIM Manager will serve as the firm’s primary Revit and CAD subject matter expert, responsible for developing BIM standards, supporting project teams, and providing training and guidance to ensure consistent, high-quality modeling practices across disciplines. This position requires both technical expertise and leadership, with the ability to drive innovation, improve workflows, and support project teams in delivering efficient, coordinated design solutions.

Why join us?
Diverse projects. Drive to Innovate. Collaborative team. Kahn Legacy. Employee Owned. Work-Life Balance.

Full-time positions also offer competitive salary and benefits, 401K with employer match, discretionary bonuses, vacation and sick time, and a hybrid work arrangement.

Job Responsibilities

BIM Strategy & Implementation

• Led the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the firm’s BIM strategy and standards

• Track and report on the company’s current and projected BIM capabilities, particularly in relation to Revit implementation and adoption

• Develop strategies to expand and optimize BIM usage across disciplines

• Evaluate existing workflows and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and model coordination

• Plan, execute, and evaluate BIM implementation initiatives and technology rollouts

BIM Standards & Workflow Development

• Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of firmwide BIM standards and best practices

• Develop and maintain BIM documentation, templates, and workflow processes

• Ensure project teams adhere to established modeling standards and documentation requirements

• Create automated routines and tools within BIM platforms to support productivity, consistency, and quality control

• Develop and maintain Revit families and content libraries to support documentation needs

Training & Technical Support

• Serve as the firm’s primary Revit and CAD trainer, delivering onboarding and continuing education for staff

• Provide individualized training and technical support to ensure staff competency in BIM and modeling workflows

• Evaluate staff proficiency and identify opportunities for further training and development

• Maintain a high level of expertise in BIM software, tools, and industry standards

Technology Coordination

• Collaborate with IT to coordinate software upgrades, hardware requirements, and system performance related to BIM workflows

• Provide guidance on technology infrastructure needed to support BIM modeling and data management

• Identify and evaluate emerging BIM tools and software solutions that support project delivery

Project & Client Collaboration

• Support project teams in BIM execution planning and model coordination

• Assist with BIM standards coordination and documentation requirements for client projects

• Participate in client meetings and project coordination efforts as required

Industry Engagement & Innovation

• Stay current with industry trends and evolving BIM technologies

• Identify opportunities for innovation and improved design workflows

• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and professional organizations

• Contribute to marketing and thought leadership initiatives through presentations, articles, and technical content

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in AEC industry, including production experience in design, drafting or engineering

• Advanced, in-depth knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, ReCap, and BIM-related plugins/extensions

• Strong understanding of BIM standards such as NCS and NBIMS

• Demonstrated ability to develop and enforce BIM standards and workflows

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision

• Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others

• Self-starter with a strong commitment to professional development and continuous learning

• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in both team and independent environments

Preference

• 5+ years of experience in AEC industry w/ production experience in design, drafting or engineering

• Experience with additional BIM-related software including RAM, RISA, IES, Trane Trace, Green Building Suite, SketchUp, Rhino/Grasshopper, MicroStation, or similar platforms

• Experience with computational design workflows

• Examples of published BIM-related blogs, articles, or webinar presentations

• Experience implementing impel with LEAN design principles

• Active participation in industry groups such as TAP, DABUG, cd.de.D, Autodesk University, or AUGI

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume detailing their relevant experience to Natasha.Fitzpatrick@akahn.com.

Albert Kahn Associates is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Through responsible leadership, Albert Kahn Associates shall recruit, hire, upgrade, train, and promote in all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, misdemeanor arrest record in which there has been no conviction, disability (except where disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam Era. We realize that not everyone will meet 100% of our desired qualifications, but you may still be a great fit.

About the Company

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Natasha.Fitzpatrick@akahn.com

Albert Kahn Associates, Inc., through responsible leaders, shall recruit, hire, upgrade, train and promote in all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, misdemeanor arrest record in which there has been no conviction, disability, except where disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam Era.

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