Intern - BIM/DPD Technologist

Role Responsibilities

The Building Information Modeling (BIM) / Digital Project Delivery (DPD) Technologist provides technical support in the planning, development, and implementation of Digital Project Delivery  and Building Information Modeling processes for the department of Infrastructure. The position is a technical resource to provide support to internal and external project teams from software, research, quality control and implementation. 
 

Responsibilities include supporting DPD and BIM aspects of projects including reviewing and providing guidance on execution, performing quality control on digital project deliverables, and liaison with project teams to ensure all required data is included in the deliverables. This position reports directly to the DPD Supervisor and works in close collaboration with IT and other internal and external stakeholders such as vendors, industry lead groups, DPD and BIM associations.
 

The primary responsibilities for the BIM/DPD Technologist Intern include but are not limited to:
 

• Planning, developing, and implementing DPD and BIM processes for the department of Infrastructure by providing technical support to DPD and BIM projects including project work relating to modeling, detailing, clash detection, and costing.
• Developing and maintaining provincial standards for DPD and BIM based on research and industry best practices.
• Providing technical advice and support to the department as part of the DPD team by troubleshooting problems and establishing collaborative solutions with project teams.
• Assisting in the creation and delivery of training material regarding DPD and BIM processes.
• Working with IT team to develop compatible technologies and environments that support current and future DPD and BIM initiatives.
• Collection, management, and coordination of DPD and BIM project close-out/transition to facilitate DPD and BIM for facility management.
• Staying informed on BIM/DPD best practices by attending conferences, seminars, training, and workshops for BIM/DPD.
   

The successful candidate will have:
 

• Listening and collaboration skills with the ability to work with multiple departments.
• The ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
• Written and verbal communication skills with the proven ability to make concepts a reality.
• Drafting and computer skills.
   

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
 

Qualifications

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Required:
 

• Diploma in Architectural Design, Engineering, or other related discipline.
• Must be a recent graduate and apply within 2 years of graduating.

Equivalency: Related experience or education (e.g., related diploma) may be considered as an equivalency on a one-for-one basis.

Assets: 
 

• At least one year in a related degree or technical diploma (e.g., Civil, Architectural Design or Engineering).
• Basic understanding and knowledge of Autodesk software including AutoCAD and Revit.
• Previous experience in a DPD and BIM production environment.  Ability to use or develop Dynamo scripts and Python coding.
• Knowledge in Digital Project Delivery (DPD) or Building Information Management (BIM) processes.
• Knowledge of Asset Information Management (AIM) databases.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.

Notes

This position is a Temporary, Full – time role  with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Location: Edmonton, AB

Applicants are required to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.  
 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 
 

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.