Senior Design Technology Specialist

Senior Design Technology Specialist

Location : Kansas City

Who We Are :

We design places where people love to be together.

Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus : to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.

We've designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds : the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

What We Offer :

Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + On-Site Gym + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.

Who We Are Looking For :

Populous is seeking a Senior Design Technology Specialist to collaborate with architects and designers to prepare Revit models of buildings, interior spaces, and other custom content. They will also provide technical support for design workflow challenges.

Our preferred candidate will have prior experience in the AEC industry, and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and transportation facilities.

The ideal candidate brings a mindset for continuous improvement, a collaborative approach to guiding others in finding solutions, and a willingness to teach and mentor team members.

What Your Day Could Consist Of :

• Coordinate with others to create, prepare, and correct Revit models of buildings, interiors, and family content to align with Populous standards and best practices.
• Monitor digital activities across multiple projects to ensure that a complete deliverable consistent with company standards is produced.
• Lead cross-discipline discussions and coordination of model inserts and phase mapping.
• Assist Project Managers in coordinating meetings, implementing changes with other disciplines, and constituting a team resource for shop drawings and technical data sheets.
• Document and teach how to set up and maintain project coordinates.
• Educate end-users on Revit content, workflows, and best practices.
• Manage ACC Cloud Environment including uploading, upgrading, and publishing models and maintaining Populous and consultant user access.
• Utilize clash detection software to identify conflicts in virtual spaces.
• Perform regular model maintenance and model health checks.
• Provide support and resolve issues with design software workflows (Autodesk Products, SketchUp, Rhino, various plug-ins, etc.)
• Research new software / technology that can improve the efficiency of project design and documentation and present findings to various decision makers.
• Work directly with the Design Technology Manager to develop and implement the rollout of new workflows and technologies.

Requirements For Success :

Shared and Project Coordinate Systems

Essential Qualifications :

Required :

Preferred :

Additional details :

Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA / HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company

No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine's Top 100 Giants

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C

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