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Amazon Senior BIM Manager, Data Center Engineering in Herndon, Virginia
Description
We are looking for a BIM Manager to join our AMER based team!
Amazon’s Data Centers are industry leading examples of innovation in the areas of space utilization, energy efficiency, and cost effectiveness. We are known for our speed to market and reliability. We are the global team responsible for the design and operation of critical industry leading Data Centre facilities throughout the world.
Our Design Engineering Teams are on the forefront of creating and delivering the most innovative products to our customers; and are known for being diverse and upbeat while changing the face of Cloud Computing. We continue to grow and are looking for individuals that can support our speed to market, enjoy a challenge, and have a desire for professional growth and continuous learning. Amazon’s work environment is unique in every aspect and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate. At Amazon we do highly support continued learning opportunities and focus on continued employee development.
Our BIM Managers have:
• Hands-On BIM Expertise: Practical experience in BIM from design to construction oversight, ensuring model accuracy and coordination.
• Project & Risk Management: Strong understanding of BIM deliverables and the ability to manage BIM-related risks tied to project milestones across disciplines.
• Multi-Disciplinary Knowledge: Expertise in MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and CSA (Civil, Structural, Architectural) for seamless model integration.
• Software Proficiency: Extensive (hands on) experience with platforms like Autodesk Revit, Inventor, Navisworks, Tekla Structures, and Power BI to optimize workflows, performance and cross software collaboration.
• Detail-Oriented & Collaborative: Detail-focused professionals with excellent communication skills who thrive in team environments and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Dependable & Motivated: Highly reliable and motivated, bringing strong leadership and problem-solving skills to complex projects.
Key job responsibilities
• Ensure adherence to company BIM standards and Information Exchange Requirements (EIR) across projects.
• Oversee the creation and management of BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) to align with our customer needs.
• Perform thorough quality checks on BIM models, ensuring accuracy and compliance with AWS standards.
• Enforce strict quality control processes to maintain high standards in all deliverables.
• Oversee coordination and clash resolution between disciplines (MEP, CSA), ensuring smooth integration.
• Monitor and ensure resolution of design conflicts using Navisworks.
• Support the data center lifecycle from scope of work development, contracting, and design through to construction and operational phases.
• Facilitate the collection of lessons learned both during the project and post-completion, applying insights to improve existing and future projects.
• Manage concurrent projects across different geographical locations, ensuring consistent BIM application.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure smooth workflow and information exchange.
• Manage BIM-related risks tied to project milestones and deliverables, addressing issues proactively.
• Provide regular BIM performance reports using tools like Power BI.
• Offer training and mentorship to team members on BIM tools and company standards.
• Support internal teams in optimizing BIM workflows.
• Developing new BIM strategies and leading implementation efforts
• Deliver high-quality results while fostering a positive, enjoyable work environment.
Basic Qualifications
WE LOVE DATA, so please apply with your detailed CV and portfolio! Your CV and portfolio should outline how your experience and skills align with the following qualifications. Please ensure that you only share non-confidential information and materials that are allowed for public viewing. Together, these documents will give us a clear picture of how you meet - and potentially exceed - our expectations for the Senior BIM Manager role.
• Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience hands-on work on large-scale, complex multi-disciplinary data center projects as a BIM Manager.
• In-depth understanding of industry BIM standards like ISO 19650, AIA, or PAS 1192.
• Experience in creating, updating, and enforcing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Strong ability to oversee BIM coordination processes with multiple project stakeholders.
• Strong experience with Navisworks Manage for clash detection and model coordination, including integrating models from multiple disciplines and file formats.
• Proven ability to enforce quality control processes and ensure project teams are implementing these checks effectively.
• Extensive hands-on experience performing detailed quality checks on BIM models, Revit family creation, managing complex model assemblies, and producing high-quality technical drawings and BIM models.
• Experience in other modeling tools such as Tekla Structures, Inventor or Solidworks.
• Ability to handle both CSA and MEP modeling challenges and resolve design clashes in real time.
• Experience using Power BI to integrate BIM data for real-time project reporting, model analytics, and visualization of project performance metrics.
• Strong experience with visual programming tools such as Dynamo or scripting languages (Python, VBA) or C# to automate BIM workflows and enhance productivity.
• Experience integrating Revit models with Dynamo for workflow automation including hands on experience in automation of model audit and quality control of deliverables.
• Experience in developing model classification systems within Revit models.
• Creating IFC models to support cross software collaboration and openBIM methodology.
Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the basic qualifications:
• Proven ability to set long-term company-wide BIM standards and develop quality assurance frameworks to be consistently implemented across multiple projects.
• Experience auditing and enforcing model quality control procedures, ensuring adherence to both company and industry standards.
• Experience in providing strategic input on company BIM adoption and long-term technology improvements, aligning them with project and business objectives.
• Active participation in driving innovation and improving company practices through BIM advancements and technology upgrades.
• Familiarity with LEED, Green Building Standards, or other sustainable design frameworks, ensuring BIM is used to support sustainability goals.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.