About the Role
Structure Tone is seeking a Reality Capture & MEP BIM Modeler to join their Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) Department. This entry-level position supports the collection, processing, and conversion of reality capture data into construction-ready BIM deliverables, offering an excellent opportunity for career growth in VDC, BIM, digital construction, or reality capture technologies.
Responsibilities
- Assist with terrestrial laser scanning using various reality capture technologies.
- Perform field data collection following established scanning procedures.
- Assist with scan planning, site logistics, and equipment setup.
- Upload, organize, and archive project scan data.
- Process and register point clouds using industry software.
- Perform quality control on point cloud data.
- Support creation of existing conditions documentation and reality capture reports.
- Develop Revit existing conditions models from point cloud data.
- Model architectural, structural, and basic MEP systems from laser scan data.
- Assist with model validation by comparing BIM models against point clouds.
- Maintain model accuracy in accordance with departmental standards.
- Update BIM models as additional field information becomes available.
- Assist in developing construction-level MEP models under senior staff supervision.
- Create Revit models for ductwork, piping, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical systems.
- Support clash detection preparation and model coordination.
- Maintain BIM standards, families, and project templates.
- Participate in model reviews and QA/QC processes.
- Perform field verification using laser scanners, tablets, and mobile applications.
- Document existing conditions with photographs and measurements.
- Verify coordinated models against installed work.
- Assist project teams with field coordination activities.
- Organize project files within Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
- Maintain project documentation and model versions.
- Support coordination meetings by preparing models and reports.
- Assist senior VDC staff with project deliverables and deadlines.
- Develop proficiency in reality capture hardware and software.
- Participate in internal VDC training programs.
- Stay current with emerging technologies in BIM, scanning, and digital construction.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the VDC Department.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- 0–5 years of experience in BIM, CAD, surveying, construction, architecture, or engineering.
- Internship or co-op experience is a plus.
- Basic understanding of building construction and MEP systems.
- Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Willingness to travel to project sites throughout the New York metropolitan area.
- Ability to lift and transport reality capture equipment (up to 50 lbs).
- Comfortable working on active construction sites while following all safety requirements.
Skills
- Autodesk Revit
- AutoCAD
- Navisworks
- Autodesk ReCap
- Leica Cyclone
- FARO Scene
- Matterport
- NavVis
- ClearEdge3D
- Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
- Revizto
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Office Suite
Location
- New York, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- 0-5 years
Education Level
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $70,000 – $90,000
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Home & Auto Insurance
- Family Support
- Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
- Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt
- Time Away Benefits
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Group Legal
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
About the Company
- Structure Tone is part of the STO Building Group, which provides a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization.
Equal Opportunity
- We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
