Adobe Acrobat, Best Practices, CDE (Common Desktop Environment), Cadence, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Concrete, Construction, Construction Document Set, Construction Drawings, Construction Management, Continuous Improvement, Contract Requirements, Corporate Funding, Customer Acquisition, Customer Support/Service, Data Modeling, Documentation, Documentation Review, Driver's License, English Language, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Information Models, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Leadership, Multilingual, Onboarding, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Plan Meetings, Problem Solving Skills, Project Estimates, Project Execution, Project/Program Coordination, Quarrying, Regulatory Compliance, Reliability Engineering, Safety/Work Safety, Scholarship, Security Compliance, Software License Management, Spanish Language, Standards Development, Standards Strategy, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Vendor/Supplier Licensing, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Willing to Travel, Work From Home
Summary
Kent Companies’ BIM Manager leads Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital delivery, ensuring project teams and trade partners have accurate, constructible models and reliable information to plan, coordinate, and install work safely and efficiently. This role develops and maintains BIM standards, project BIM execution plans, and model-based workflows using Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk Forma, and Bluebeam to support field operations, quality, and schedule. The BIM Manager collaborates with project management, estimating, operations, BIM consultants, and external design teams to align BIM deliverables with contractual requirements and company goals. This position reports directly to the Director of Construction Technology.
Duties and Responsibilities
- BIM strategy and standards: Develop, implement, and continuously improve company BIM standards, templates, content libraries, naming conventions, and model/data workflows to support concrete operations.
- BIM Execution Plans (BEP) and project setup: Create and maintain project-specific BEPs and BIM deliverable requirements; define roles, responsibilities, model uses, level of development (LOD), coordination cadence, and information handoffs.
- Model management and coordination: Oversee development, receipt, and review of design and trade models; facilitate coordination meetings, track issues, and flag non-compliances with BIM requirements.
- Clash detection and issue resolution: Run and manage clash detection and constructability reviews using Navisworks; document conflicts, assign actions, and verify resolutions prior to field installation.
- Quantities and model-based deliverables: Support estimating and project teams with model-based quantities, takeoffs, and reports; help validate scope, assumptions, and change impacts using model data.
- Field integration and digital workflows: Partner with operations to deliver model-based information to the field (e.g., layout support, coordination views, installation sequencing, and as-built/as-installed updates) and improve reliability of field communication.
- Common Data Environment (CDE) administration: Assist in administering Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) Forma project setup, folder standards, permissions, and model/drawing exchange workflows; support PDF review workflows in Bluebeam to ensure teams are using the most current information.
- Training and support: Develop, deliver, and maintain BIM training for project teams, including onboarding, role-based training, user guides, best practices, and FAQs; coach users to drive adoption and consistent execution.
- Technology, vendor, and licensing support: Assist with evaluating and piloting BIM-related tools; help manage software licenses, hardware needs, and vendor relationships to ensure reliable project delivery.
- Continuous improvement and reporting: Track BIM performance metrics (e.g., coordination health, issue closure, rework drivers, training completion) and provide periodic updates to leadership with recommendations.
- Compliance and information security: Partner with IT and project leadership to maintain appropriate cybersecurity and data handling practices for models, project information, and connected systems.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.
Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction (trade contractor, Architecture firm or GC) with demonstrated responsibility for BIM/VDC, virtual design, coordination, or model-based project delivery.
- Working knowledge of concrete construction means-and-methods and the ability to apply BIM to improve constructability, sequencing, and field execution.
- Proficiency with Revit, Navisworks Manage, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) Forma, and Bluebeam; ability to support model coordination, issue tracking, and drawing/document review workflows.
- Experience developing BIM standards and project BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), including model exchange requirements, coordination workflows, and quality controls.
- Strong project coordination and facilitation skills; ability to lead meetings, manage action logs, and drive timely issue resolution across internal teams and external partners.
- Ability to interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications) and communicate technical information clearly to field and office teams.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and training skills; ability to develop guides, standards, and training materials for varied user groups.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/job location(s).
- Ability to pass drug screening.
- Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
Preferred Experience, Education, and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Concrete trade BIM experience, including embeds/blockouts coordination, layout support, and model-based deliverables for field installation.
- Experience with model-based estimating/takeoff workflows and/or 4D sequencing.
- Familiarity with BIM/information management standards and best practices
- Bilingual (Spanish and English).
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional for Revit, Autodesk Construction Cloud credentials, Bluebeam certification, or equivalent).
Work Environment/Physical Demand
This position works in an office environment requiring long periods of sitting.
Position type, Travel, and Work Schedule
- Position type: This is a full-time office position.
- Travel: This position may require travel, including to office locations.
- Work Schedule: Typical hours will range from 40-45 hours per week and are subject to change. This role requires working nontypical days and irregular hours based on construction schedules. Due to the critical nature of the role, accepting phone calls even during nontypical workdays and hours is also necessary.
Office Location(s)
- 130 60th Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
- 830 E Valley Ridge Blvd Lewisville, TX 75057
- 1223 Quarry Overlook Dr Fort Mill, SC 29715
- 2319 Patterson Industrial Dr Pflugerville, TX 78660
- Remote work is possible based on experience.
Benefits
Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:
- Weekly pay
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
- Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
- Scholarship opportunities for dependents
- Leadership development opportunities
Perks associated with this role
Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined; rather it builds on the teammate’s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.
About Kent Companies
Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.
Kent Companies’ family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply.
EEO Statement
At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies’ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions.
The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company’s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.
Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.