Electrical BIM Coordinator

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

We believe building engineering is about powering progress and enabling innovation. HDR's Building Engineering Services Group designs the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration — from high-performance data centers to dynamic commercial environments, supporting sustainability and human experience.

• Role:
  Electrical BIM Coordinator
• Location:
  Downtown Chicago, Illinois
• Department:
  Building Engineering Services Group
• Market focus:
  Data Center, Healthcare, Science & Technology, Commercial Real Estate, Federal, and more
• Schedule:
  Full-time
• Employee Status:
  Regular

• Work for a specific discipline under the direct supervision of an Engineer or other technical professional
• Assist in the development of the discipline model with direction from Digital Design, Architectural, or Engineering staff
• Assist with the creation of the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for the discipline
• Accurately model BIM elements in the correct software environment
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams using the current 3D software
• Maintain the discipline model, including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
• Produce discipline-specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output

• Has 2 years of experience in 3D modeling for reputable firms
• Preference given to local candidates

• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency with Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.