BIM Layout & Reality Capture Specialist

At JH Kelly
, we're seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and technology-driven BIM Layout & Reality Capture Specialist to support our Virtual Construction Services (VCS) team and help bridge digital models with real-world construction execution. If you're passionate about construction technology, BIM, robotic total stations, laser scanning, and helping project teams accurately translate coordinated models into the field, this is an exciting opportunity to work on complex commercial and industrial projects while advancing your career with a century-old industry leader.

About Us

Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR, we’re an industry leader fueled by an award-winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight-knit culture.

Salary Range:$30 - $60 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible)

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
• 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
• Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
• Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly's profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation over the past 10 years.

BIM Layout & Field Execution

• Perform robotic total station layout for construction points, control references, sleeves, embeds, hangers, penetrations, equipment locations, walls, MEP systems, and other project-specific layout requirements.
• Export, manage, and verify layout points and background files from Autodesk Revit models for field use.
• Create and maintain reliable workflows connecting BIM coordination, model preparation, point creation, field layout, and documentation.
• Review coordinated models, construction documents, and shop drawings to identify layout conflicts and constructability concerns before installation.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, BIM personnel, surveyors, and trade partners to establish layout priorities and deliverables.
• Support field teams by translating complex model data into practical, accurate layout information.

• Perform 3D laser scanning to capture existing conditions, verify installation accuracy, support as-built documentation, and assist with quality control efforts.
• Process, organize, and distribute scan data, point clouds, verification reports, layout reports, and field documentation.
• Support scan-to-BIM workflows and project documentation requirements.
• Verify installation accuracy against coordinated BIM models and project requirements.

• Maintain, organize, calibrate, and troubleshoot robotic total stations, laser scanners, tablets, batteries, chargers, prisms, tripods, and related equipment.
• Provide total station and field technology training for project teams, foremen, layout personnel, and other users.
• Assist with developing standards, templates, workflows, and best practices for layout and site capture operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through workflow documentation and lessons learned.

• Learn, follow, and champion JH Kelly's safety and quality standards.
• Ensure layout and verification activities are performed accurately, safely, and in accordance with project requirements.
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the VCS department and company objectives.

What You Bring

• Experience
  : 3+ years of experience in BIM, VDC, construction layout, field engineering, surveying, MEP coordination, construction technology, or a related field. Hands-on experience with robotic total stations and construction layout workflows. Experience reviewing and working from coordinated BIM models and construction documents.…