BIM Platform Specialist

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Job Description

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for an expert level individual in the specialized field of engineering design software and tools to handle statewide and programmatic responsibilities. You will manage and direct complex programs within a major division at a department‑wide level with full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing and executing engineering programs and projects that require advanced skills and independent judgment.

You will also direct and be responsible for the functioning of specific projects of significant proportion. Assignments may include planning, developing, designing, and construction or any other aspect of engineering work within a specialized field. You will provide technical information and support to other engineering and technical staff applying standards, processes and techniques.

• Maintain the existing UDOT Micro Station, Open Roads Designer (ORD), Open Bridge Modeler (OBM), Pro Structures work spaces and other design software.
• Assess and fix issues identified by users. This includes working with software vendors/support personnel to resolve software issues.
• Maintain consistency with UDOT Standards and design practices.
• Update workspace functionality as software changes.
• Stay up to date on software changes and best practices.
• Evaluate needs of the Department disciplines and implement best practices.
• Use Project Wise Admin capabilities to manage the workspace and renditions in Project Wise.
• Support Digital Delivery and Digital Construction.
• Develop workspace tools that support digital delivery.
• Maintain existing training and guidance documents and develop new training and guidance materials as processes change.
• Provide training and technical support to project teams on digital delivery projects, including support and testing for digital review and digital construction tools.
  
  Remain up to date with industry developments related to BIM, Digital Delivery and Digital Construction.
• Coordinate with internal construction, asset management and data management teams to ensure that the CAD workspace and design practices complement other departmental goals.
• Evaluate usage and needs for software used by designers in addition to the base Bentley applications (AutoTURN, SignCAD, Axiom Office Importer, etc.).
• Assist in software installation and configuration for CAD software on Department computers and servers.
• Set goals, establish priorities, manage resources, develop concepts and approaches, review project progress and results; make management decisions.
• Oversee the development, evaluation or review of plans and criteria for a variety of activities; assess feasibility of proposed plans, projects and equipment.
• Coordinate and/or act as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, vendors, suppliers, etc.
• Develop, direct, and/or evaluate programs.
• Plan and manage projects and/or programs. Write project/program plans, recommendations and findings.
• Participate in the selection of consulting engineers, oversee and review their work product.
• Manage, plan and develop engineering programs and coordinate the activities of complex units and/or divisions.
• Act as the technical authority on specific fields or disciplines.
• Assure compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Establish criteria for completion of projects.

In order to qualify, you must have at least ten (10) years of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), software development, or other related experience.

• Expertise with Micro Station, Open Roads Designer, Open Bridge Modeler, Pro Structures and Project Wise.
• Proficiency with UDOT design development and advertisement.
• Ability to deliver presentations and training.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Computer expertise using Micro Soft Office or Google Suite applications and spreadsheet software.
• Proficiency with GIS, BIM, UDOT Digital Delivery, Digital Construction and Data Capture processes.
• Expert knowledge of Micro Station and Open Roads Designer workspace development, setup and management.
• Keep a current knowledge of UDOT Standard Specifications and Drawings and update workspace to current standards.
• DTS software procurement processes and aid in software renewals and acquisitions.
• Expert knowledge of plan production.
• Manage Plan Sheet Development Standards.
• Support all users through written procedures, in‑person training and impromptu problems.
• Communicate directly with Bentley Support with product issues.

Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work‑life balance. Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, retirement, paid time off and flexible work options.