BIM Modeler

 

Established in 2004, Prime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees’ well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment. 

As a BIM (Revit – Virtual Design Construction) Modeler you will be responsible for providing modeling efforts for both project delivery and standards. This role will generate content for Prime Controls VDC team to utilize in a variety of ways, including but not limited to construction sequence planning, proposals, shop drawings, spooling, pre-assembly and pre-fabrication efforts, safety orientations, and task planning. The position will report to and receive direction from project BIM team members and the various project-level management teams.

 

• Receive, process, and archive of model files from designers, Prime Controls staff and trade subcontractors.
• Development of model components from ideas to prototypes, shop/approval drawings and jigging/assembly concepts through production-grade delivery.
• Assist in the development of sequencing and assembly steps and communication of these steps to stakeholders graphically (4D).
• Creation of bill of materials/cut lists and support of pricing and estimating efforts (5D).
• Perform QC review of work personally produced prior to issue to other teams and assist in QA review of work produced by other modelers within the team.
• Facilitate the exchange and coordination of the 3D model elements with field fabricators.
• Participate in technological collaboration between Prime Controls project team members.

 

• 2 years’ experience in architectural, engineering or construction (AEC) industry or similar experience in a relevant Manufacturing industry with a focus on production modeling and detailing using 3D model objects.
• 1 year experience in electrical (routing conduit, placing hangers, Unistrut racks and mounting. Electrical construction methods), virtual design construction industry or similar experience in a relevant Manufacturing industry (mechanical or plumbing) with a focus on production modeling and detailing using 3D model objects.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency using Revit.
• Working knowledge of Navisworks Manage clash detection.
• Strong verbal, written and electronic communication skills for responding to information requests and tasks.
• Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended periods of overtime or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction sequences.

 

• Understanding of building controls systems, Instrumentation and Controls, Hazardous Production Material, Life Safety, and fire alarm systems.
• Total Station Experience a plus.
• eVolve Electrical Experience a plus.
• 3D laser scanning experience a plus, including using point cloud data to help create a clash free model and for as-built purposes.
• Previous electrical field construction experience.

 

Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer.

 

As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.