Junior Modeler - Construction Modeling
Walter P Moore · Houston, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- Houston, TX
Job highlights
- Build and ensure accuracy of project models.
- Collaborate with architects and engineers on solutions.
- Oversee designs and interpret codes.
- Guide other modelers and ensure quality.
- Promote company vision and client experience.
About the role
Junior Modeler - Construction Modeling
Walter P Moore has an immediate opening for a Junior Modeler to join our dynamic team. A Junior Modeler has the responsibility for applying intensive and diversified knowledge of detailing principles and practices in broad areas. A Junior Modeler bears primary responsibility for properly executing the accuracy and constructability of the project model(s). They will assist to set direction, outline goals, and execute the project plan. The Junior Modeler’s roles include complex modeling, planning, organization direction and quality control of projects, being a team leader through technical supervision and staff development.
Responsibilities:
- Build concept models and connections to ensure alignment with the design team.
- Collaborates with architects, contractors, and other engineering consultants to develop engineering solutions.
- Oversees designs, reviews project specifications, and interprets applicable codes and industry standards.
- Guides/assists other modelers regarding issues such as codes, design criteria, and software.
- Provides guidance to team members regarding Walter P Moore assessment techniques, modeling standards, processes, and quality.
- Promotes, exhibits, and communicates our Extraordinary Client Experience (ECX), Extraordinary Employee Experience (EEX), 5 Coordinates, vision, mission, and purpose.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of prior experience with 2+ years of prior experience in Tekla steel detailing on complex projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to engage individuals and teams to complete tasks or projects.
- Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Demonstrated career growth that includes experience working on design teams for a variety of building or project types.
- Strong client-service attitude with the ability to multitask and accomplish multiple priorities.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
Hybrid Firm Statement:
Walter P Moore is a Hybrid firm, offering a unique opportunity to have the best of in-office and work from home environments. Hybrid firm work schedules are determined on a team-level, and allows us to offer more flexibility and work-life integration to our employees.
Walter P Moore is an equal employment opportunity employer, and provides equal employment opportunities (including offering competitive compensation and benefit packages) to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws and encourage all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Overview:
Walter P Moore is an international company of engineers, architects, innovators, and creative people who solve some of the world’s most complex structural and infrastructure challenges. Providing structural, diagnostics, civil, traffic, parking, transportation, enclosure, WPM technology and construction engineering services, we design solutions that are cost- and resource-efficient, forward-thinking, and help support and shape communities worldwide. Founded in 1931 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, our 1000+ professionals work across 26 U.S. offices and 8 international locations.
Key skills/competency:
- Construction Modeling
- Junior Modeler
- Tekla Steel Detailing
- Engineering Solutions
- Project Planning
- Quality Control
- Team Leadership
- Client Experience
- Collaboration
- Time Management
Skills & topics
- Junior Modeler
- Construction Modeling
- Tekla Steel Detailing
- Structural Engineering
- Building Design
- Project Management
- Detailing
- 3D Modeling
- Autodesk
- Engineering
- Construction
- Architecture
- Design
- BIM
- Collaboration
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of experience, including 2+ years in Tekla steel detailing for complex projects, and emphasize your collaboration and client-service skills.
- Showcase leadership potential: Detail your experience in guiding teams, staff development, and quality control in previous roles.
- Address the hybrid model: Mention your comfort and experience with hybrid work environments and your ability to work collaboratively.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency: Clearly list your skills in construction modeling, detailing principles, and relevant software like Tekla.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your problem-solving approach, teamwork, and client-service attitude.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical career path for a Junior Modeler at Walter P Moore?
- As a Junior Modeler at Walter P Moore, you'll start by focusing on executing project models with accuracy and constructability. With demonstrated growth and proficiency, you can advance to more complex modeling tasks, take on greater project planning responsibilities, and potentially move into team leadership roles, guiding and developing other modelers. Your career path will be supported by the company's emphasis on staff development and continuous learning.
- What specific software is essential for a Junior Modeler at Walter P Moore?
- The job description explicitly mentions a strong preference for 'Tekla steel detailing on complex projects' with at least 2 years of experience. While other modeling software might be beneficial, proficiency in Tekla is a key requirement for this Junior Modeler role.
- How does Walter P Moore support work-life balance for its Junior Modelers?
- Walter P Moore operates as a Hybrid firm, offering a blend of in-office and work-from-home flexibility. Team-level scheduling ensures this balance, allowing employees to better integrate their work and personal lives. This approach supports a strong Employee Experience (EEX).
- What does Walter P Moore look for in terms of collaboration for a Junior Modeler?
- Walter P Moore values collaboration highly. For a Junior Modeler, this means actively working with architects, contractors, and other engineering consultants to develop solutions. You'll also be expected to build partnerships and work collaboratively with internal teams to meet shared project objectives, demonstrating a strong client-service attitude.
- Can a recent graduate apply for the Junior Modeler position at Walter P Moore?
- The position requires '5+ years of prior experience with 2+ years of prior experience in Tekla steel detailing on complex projects.' Therefore, a recent graduate without this specific experience would not be a suitable candidate for this Junior Modeler role.
- What are the core responsibilities of a Junior Modeler at Walter P Moore?
- The core responsibilities include applying knowledge of detailing principles, ensuring the accuracy and constructability of project models, collaborating with design teams and consultants, overseeing designs, interpreting codes, and guiding junior modelers. You will also play a role in quality control and promoting the company's experience standards.