BIM​/CAD Technician II

Who We Are

Bennett & Pless is a growing Structural Engineering Consulting firm with a 60-year track record of being one of the leading firms in the Southeast in the niche markets we practice. We have been nominated 8 consecutive years in a row as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Sarasota, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville, Orlando, Loudoun and Raleigh.

Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of a new facility, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 9 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base.

We have an opportunity for a BIM Technician to join our growing team out of our Nashville office. The ideal candidate for this role will perform with increasing independence and be able to exercise judgment in accordance with well-defined procedures and techniques. This opportunity requires addressing complex or unusual problems to a senior-level technician or a supervisor as well as periodic review of output by a technical lead, supervisor, or direct “clients” of the process.

• Develop accurate, complete, and concise construction drawings utilizing Autodesk Revit for a variety of project types including manufacturing, industrial/distribution, data centers, commercial, schools, medical facilities, retail, adaptive reuse and renovations.
• Collaborate and coordinate internally or externally with other disciplines to ensure deliverables are compliant with project specifications, design and model changes, and client expectations.
• Work directly with structural engineers and designers to produce contract documents and sketches that align with drafting standards (industry and internal to Bennett and Pless).
• Apply building design, drafting and engineering knowledge and detailing practices in a dependable and efficient manner to execute contract documents.
• Attend conferences, seminars, and workshops on behalf of the company with the intent to continue to learn and develop skills and transfer knowledge internally within the organization.
• May review shop drawings and submittals.
• Communicate effectively with the design team to ensure that changes in procedure, standards or elements within the project are effectively communicated to project teams.

• HS diploma or GED; may require technical certification or associate degree.
• 2-7 years of directly related experience.
• Autodesk Revit Proficiency is required.
• Experience with wood, steel, load-bearing light gauge steel, concrete, and masonry design in low to mid-rise structures, including shallow and deep foundation systems.

• Readily learns and applies new information and concepts to past practices and knowledge.
• Deviations from the established workflow are enacted in consultation with technical lead and/or approved by the supervisor before proceeding.
• Work to support day-to-day operations, such as office organization and facilities management.
• Must be a self-starter and always willing to listen, learn and improve.

At Bennett & Pless, our vision is to be a place where employees thrive. We’re a growing firm committed to empowering employees without sacrificing work/life balance. Our culture is the center of making us who we are and it’s our priority to make employees feel accepted and valued. As a firm, we are highly supportive of the development of our employees.

Every year, we kick off Career Development Planning where employees create tailored development goals. Goals are regularly assessed throughout the year to allow employees to advance toward their career growth objectives. We also have monthly Bennett and Pless learning sessions where our senior Engineers and Specialists share their knowledge on a broad variety of subjects.

• Company‑paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee.
• Health savings and flex spending accounts.
• Group short‑term & long‑term disability; life and a&d insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• 401(k) matching.
• Monthly wellness allowance.
• Paid time off & paid holidays.
• Flexible schedules, including summer hours.
• Company retreat.

Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.