Senior BIM Manager (Project Based Role)

Job Disclosures:

Project-Based Role: This is a project based role with an anticipated duration of 2+ years.

Location:

On-site (Santa Fe, NM) or Remote, providing the candidate resides in one of the following markets: Santa Fe, NM; Denver, CO; Las Vegas, NV; Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; New York, NY; or Los Angeles, CA

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $88,870 to $122,640. Compensation may vary based on location and experience.

Deadline:

The deadline for submitting applications for this position is November 24th. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed.

Job Summary:

Meow Wolf is seeking a Senior BIM Manager with experience on complex, multi-discipline design and construction projects to join our Project Design team. This role will support the project design team, monitor project development, maintain and monitor model health, and assist in the delivery of exhibition building models, including deliverables for all Facility (Architecture, Structural, MEP, etc.) and Show disciplines (Show Set, Audio, Video, Lighting, etc) involved in the project.

The Senior BIM Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and oversight of Building Information Modeling (BIM) strategies and workflows across large-scale projects for facility and show teams. This role ensures BIM execution plans align with project goals, support cross-disciplinary coordination, and maintain high standards of model accuracy and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills, in addition to a deep understanding of the design and delivery process and the ability to perform well under pressure and tight deadlines.

In addition, the Senior BIM Manager mentors, coaches, and supervises BIM Managers and Coordinators regarding their Project support roles, in collaboration with other project leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and update existing BIM standards and facilitate the updating of the existing BIM execution plan for Meow Wolf projects.
• Support the integration of BIM data into Meow Wolf control databases to streamline the single source of information across datasets.
• Lead BIM strategy development and ensure company-wide BIM standards and protocols are consistently applied.
• Manage model coordination across disciplines, identify clashes, and lead resolution efforts using tools like Navisworks or ACC.
• Create folder structure and templates for ACC to be standardized
• Oversee BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), project-specific workflows, and information exchange protocols.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to BIM coordinators, modelers, and project teams.
• Serve as the primary liaison between design, construction, and owner/operator teams for all BIM-related matters.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews on BIM deliverables and ensure compliance with Meow Wolf and industry standards.
• Integrate BIM with construction management tools (e.g., 4D/5D scheduling, facility management platforms).
• Facilitate and lead BIM coordination meetings and workshops throughout project phases.
• Maintain the model health through the entirety of the project life cycle. Be familiar with the maintenance and QAQC of the Revit ecosystem and be the subject matter expert for all BIM related questions.
• Provide basic training to Meow Wolf staff on engaging and working with ACC and Navisworks.

Required Qualifications

• Must have experience with Architectural, Show Set, and Audio/Video/Lighting models and drawing packages and workflows specific to each discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in construction and themed entertainment BIM Management or related roles.
• You have exceptional organizational, communication, interpersonal, and management skills paired with a desire to learn.
• You are a positive, proactive, and collaborative team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to excel in a large, creative environment.
• You have the ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines and drive projects to completion, particularly within complex schedules.
• You are equipped with experience working in an environment where discretion regarding sensitive or confidential information is required.
• You come to the table with knowledge of common BIM best practices and implementation strategies.
• You possess the ability to balance between project delivery goals while being empathetic to the project team to foster a harmonious environment.
• Professional level expertise in Revit, understanding model set up and management and have a deep understanding of modeling and drawing creation.
• Must have experience in all phases of a project, from concept through delivery and close-out.
• You have training skills and experience working with a wide range of skillsets
• You possess familiarity of core platforms and programs as they will be utilized on a daily basis:
• Autodesk Construction Cloud (management, setup, permissions, file-structure, etc)
• Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD
• Clash detection in Navisworks and/or ACC
• Rhino and other 3D modeling software
• Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office, Bluebeam/Acrobat, and Airtable or similar database software.
• Scheduling/Planning Software

Work Environment and Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and scanners. This position also works in an indoor setting with exposure to noisy environments, dim lighting, strong visual effects, including strobing lights, special effects, fog machines, and small and/ or enclosed spaces. This job also frequently operates at off-site locations.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/slides/elevators, and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employees may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The employee will comply with the company's and OSHA's standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Occasionally requiring flexibility to work during evenings or weekends based on business needs, especially during installation phase at project site locations.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does require supervisory responsibility.

Travel

Travel is required for this position, though mostly consists of business trips to Meow Wolf offices if remote and project locations.

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, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION: Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HDHP*
• Dental and Vision Insurance*
• HSA, HRA, and FSA options*
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Company paid Life Insurance Policy and Disability Coverage(s)*
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Life Insurance Policies*
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks
• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch and Cafes
• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

*Regular or Project Based Full-time positions

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.