BIM Coordinator I

For more than a decade, Island Exterior Fabricators (IEF) has operated as a privately owned practice specializing in the delivery of bespoke, high-performing prefabricated facade systems. Our 50-acre manufacturing campus is headquartered in Calverton, New York, and supported by design and engineering offices in Manhattan, Boston, and Hartford.

Our organization is fully self-sustained, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and facilities that enable us to deliver a high-quality product. Our production capabilities, installation network, and bonding capacity allow Island to complete large-scale, complex projects in a timely, efficient manner.

Job Summary: As a BIM Coordinator I at IEF, you will be accountable for creating, coordinating and maintaining digital design models to support curtain wall and architectural fabrication workflows. The BIM Coordinator bridges the gap between shop drawings and 3D modeling, facilitating integrated project delivery through collaboration with design, engineering, and production teams.

Accountabilities:

• Interpret architectural and shop drawings and determine modeling requirements without supervision.

• Propose modeling workflow enhancements and recommend tools to improve coordination and data integration.

• Interface with internal departments (Engineering, Production, Procurement) to validate model-driven outputs such as MTOs and WBS deliverables.

• Flag discrepancies in design or scope and escalate for resolution through coordination sessions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field with relevant experience; bachelor’s degree preferred. 3-6 years of building production software
• Entry level experience OK, new grads accepted.

• Proficiency in Rhino, Grasshopper, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Microsoft Excel.

• Familiarity with Inventor and general manufacturing concepts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curtain wall, façade systems, or construction.
• Ability to interpret and apply architectural and fabrication-level shop drawings.
• Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills; adaptable across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive communicator and detail-oriented with a focus on digital design workflows.

Salary Range: $71,700-$95,500

Location: Manhattan, NY *Open to All Locations; Hartford CT, Boston MA, or Bloomington, MN

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00PM - Hybrid

Benefits: 401(k) matching, AD&D insurance, Dental insurance, Family leave, Flexible schedule, Flexible spending account Gym membership, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Professional development assistance, Vision insurance.

ADA Requirements: The position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods while using a computer, along with sufficient manual dexterity to operate computers, mobile devices, and related IT equipment. The role may occasionally involve lifting or moving equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, as well as bending, crawling, or climbing—such as accessing under desks or server racks. Candidates must possess the ability to concentrate, troubleshoot, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills. The role also demands effective task prioritization, management of multiple simultaneous support requests, and a capacity to quickly learn and adapt to evolving technologies and tools.

Island Exterior Fabricators is an equal-opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Island Exterior Fabricators and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Island, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Island mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Island employees, or to Island's resume database will be considered Island property. Island will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.