Scenario

Technical Designer - BIM Lead

Van Nuys, CA

Full-time

$102,000-$114,000

About This Job

Scenario is an international scenic fabricator, delivering comprehensive construction management, technical & design assist, and full production services for attractions, theme parks, museums & science centers, zoos & aquariums, retail, casinos, and hospitality markets worldwide. We bring to life incredible theme venues, exhibits, and attractions using realistic rockwork, authentic characters and figures, detailed scenic and show sets, and turn-key project management.

Objective

To provide BIM specialist services on designated projects, coordinating the process of generating and managing digital BIM models through the design-build-installation process. To translate client design intent into fully coordinated and workable Building Information Models. To act as a central source for all technical trade coordination and clash resolution. To help obtain all necessary client and authority approvals and to then lead all technical detail design efforts during all phases of the design, fabrication, and installation process.

Duties and Responsibilities

Rockwork Design Lead

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Expected duties and responsibilities in addition to those listed below under Rockwork Designer

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Assist Design Lead whenever required and take over Design Lead tasks in case Design Lead is absent or busy.

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Assist BIM staff, Quality Control staff and Document Control staff as needed.

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Join and contribute to client meetings as needed.

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Attend to (design and engineering related) site issues, join site walks and inspections, and help carry out surveys as needed.

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Communicate with and offer technical expertise to GCs, subcontractors, vendors, and clients in a way that helps to efficiently complete scope of work while fostering new relationships and building upon existing relationships.

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Interact with design personnel to define and solve design, fabrication and installation issues and implement cost reduction ideas.

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Suggest and implement design and engineering process improvements in close collaboration with Technical Design Lead, Engineering Manager and Director of Design.

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Oversee and lead facility impact coordination and necessary drawing and engineering documentation.

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Oversee and lead as-built and as-installed design documentation and deliverables.

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Oversee and lead drawing submittals to client, vendors, third party engineers and shop floor.

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Assist with the development of comprehensive scope-of-work and bid-proposal documents.

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Assist with documenting, presenting, and negotiating of design change orders and design schedule impacts.

Rockwork Designer

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Generate highly detailed working 3D models from client provided design packages and/or client models using Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk 3D Studio Max, Z-Brush and Rhino.

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Develop design solutions to accommodate preferred fabrication methodologies, agreed install logic and creative intent in a most efficient, comprehensive, and cost-effective manner.

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Produce detailed 3D models and 2D design packages that clearly communicate design solutions to client for approval, including all necessary geometry, construction materials and specifications, annotations, dimensions, and general notes.

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Produce accurate and complete technical drawing packages for in-house fabrication, external vendor and sub-contractor coordination and/or fabrication, off-site manufacturing and assembly and on-site installation.

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Take direction from and communicate clearly and regularly with the Engineering Lead or Engineer of Record to support all necessary engineering activities.

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Research and document most suitable construction materials and hardware for use in the fabrication of design elements.

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Organize drawing files per Scenario’s established design process and document control principles.

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Effectively use the most suitable modeling tools and drawing commands such as XREFs, dynamic blocks, view base, sheet sets, etc.

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Suggest and implement corrective measures for identified deficiencies or issues.

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Check and enforce Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards.

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Oversee and lead client redline comment logs and action items

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Support design coordination with external vendors, sub-contractors and specialty trade partners such as Audio/Video/Lighting/Effects/Animation/Ride/Fit Out etc.

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Review the source, amount, and level of detail put into the design process and deliverables and assure they are appropriate for the complexity of the design and the project contractual requirements.

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Perform constructive reviews of all designs and ensure conformance to prime contract requirements and commercial proposal commitments.

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Help identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout all phases of the project.

Required:

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Degree holder in Architecture, Design or Engineering field, or comparable work experience.

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Minimum of 7 years’ experience in technical design, production design, or architectural design position.

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Possessing high attention to detail and being very well organized.

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Possessing good written and oral communication skills.

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Ability to communicate clearly and on a regular basis—verbally, in writing and through sketches, models and designs.

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Strong interpersonal and personal skills including an ability to adapt to constant change or sense of urgency and ability to multitask while communicating and prioritizing effectively.

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Possess a strong work ethic and ability to maintain an even temper under stressful conditions.

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Ability to complete tasks with accuracy, attention to detail and within budget and time constraints.

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Solid understanding of architectural and technical fabrication drawings, coupled with fabrication means and methods.

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Solid knowledge of general design and engineering principles

Software:

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Highly proficient in general computer and documentation processes.

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Highly proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Navisworks, BIM360/Coordinate, Rhino and Bluebeam software.

Preferred:

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Experience with creating and implementing artificial rock formations in theme parks, zoos, aquariums, or other themed environments

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Experience in Autodesk Inventor

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Familiarity with Procore software

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $102,000.00 - $114,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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401(k)

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Flexible schedule

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Health insurance

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Vision insurance

Schedule:

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8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

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A Design Portfolio is a requirement with applying for this position. Portfolio must include examples of technical drawing packages that you have done. Email to: Kimberly.Lopez@scenario-global.com

Education:

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Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

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Technical Design: 7 years (Required)

Location:

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Van Nuys, CA 91406 (Required)

Work Location: In person