BIM Management: Careers

Prepare yourself for a career in the fast-growing field of building information modeling (BIM).

With building information modeling (BIM) taking over the architecture, engineering, and construction fields, BIM managers are in high demand. Interested in jump-starting a career in this growing field? This course can help. JoinBrian Myers as he helps you decide whether a career in BIM management is right for you. Brian describes the various roles you can take and the impact you can have on an organization and project. Learn about the skills you'll need to excel in the BIM field, your educational options, and resources and support systems that can help you along the way. Plus, get advice on how to retool your resume and boost your online presence.

Introduction

• Planning a career in BIM management

1. Basics

• An introduction to BIM
• The dimensions of BIM
• Can BIM management be a career?
• Who requires BIM management?

2. Education

• Where do BIM managers come from?
• A college degree in BIM management
• Certificate programs
• Industry degrees
• Nontraditional educational backgrounds
• Software training

3. Organizational Roles

• Establishing a career plan
• CAD manager
• BIM coordinator
• BIM manager
• VDC coordinator
• VDC manager
• BIM/VDC director

4. Office Environment

• Understanding your fit in an organization
• Overview of your financial impact
• Is BIM management actual management?

5. Required Skills

• Software
• People
• Time management
• Requirements
• BIM Execution Plan

6. Resources and Support Systems

• Professional organizations
• Online forums
• User groups
• Social media
• Books

7. CV/Resume

• The value of self-promotion
• Cover letter
• Resume organization
• Resume tips
• Portfolio
• LinkedIn
• Online presence

Conclusion

• Next steps

Introduction

• Planning a career in BIM management

1. Basics

• An introduction to BIM
• The dimensions of BIM
• Can BIM management be a career?
• Who requires BIM management?

2. Education

• Where do BIM managers come from?
• A college degree in BIM management
• Certificate programs
• Industry degrees
• Nontraditional educational backgrounds
• Software training

3. Organizational Roles

• Establishing a career plan
• CAD manager
• BIM coordinator
• BIM manager
• VDC coordinator
• VDC manager
• BIM/VDC director

4. Office Environment

• Understanding your fit in an organization
• Overview of your financial impact
• Is BIM management actual management?

5. Required Skills

• Software
• People
• Time management
• Requirements
• BIM Execution Plan

6. Resources and Support Systems

• Professional organizations
• Online forums
• User groups
• Social media
• Books

7. CV/Resume

• The value of self-promotion
• Cover letter
• Resume organization
• Resume tips
• Portfolio
• LinkedIn
• Online presence

Conclusion

• Next steps