BIM Data Engineer

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging its core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies) and innovation research/development.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $5.0 billion in annual revenue, 2,600 employees, and main offices in Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. Suffolk manages some of the most complex, sophisticated projects in the country, serving clients in every major industry sector, including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical and commercial. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

The Role

We are seeking a BIM Data Engineer to join our team in developing a seamless platform that bridges the design and construction phases of projects from start to finish. In this role, you will build and maintain BIM data pipelines and integrate them with other data workflows and endpoint solutions. Our ideal candidate is an experienced data engineer with a strong background in BIM data formats, eager to embrace new technologies and contribute fresh ideas to the team.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines for extracting, transforming, cleaning, pre-processing, aggregating, and loading BIM data from diverse sources using tools such as Python, SQL, DBT, and other relevant technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver scalable, efficient solutions.
• Ensure data pipelines and integrations align with industry standards and best practices for BIM workflows.

Core Qualifications

• 2-7 years in data engineering, with a focus on BIM data formats and workflows.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; however, equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for data-driven decision-making and innovative data solutions.
• Demonstrated passion for innovation and proven ability to stay current with evolving BIM technologies and data engineering trends.
• Experience with programming languages including Python, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Experience with BIM tools and frameworks such as Autodesk Platform Services, Speckle, IFC, or OpenUSD.
• Strong background in data modeling, data architecture, and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
• Track record of designing and implementing GraphQL and/or RESTful APIs, including model serving and endpoint creation.
• Hands-on experience with modern data warehouse platforms, such as Databricks or Snowflake.
• Experience working with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with graph databases and their applications in architectural or construction contexts.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law.  This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Our good faith estimate of the compensation range for this opportunity is a base salary of ($125,000 - $200,000) if based in the LA Market. Individual pay decisions will vary based upon the experience and qualifications of the applicant. This range is based upon  LA market rates and determined by considering many factors such as external market salary survey data, internal data for comparable roles, and the operational and budgetary objectives of the company. Suffolk also offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy.