Company Overview
Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.
Position Summary
The BIM professional supports preconstruction and construction by creating, coordinating, and managing accurate 3D models for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This role collaborates with project managers, VDC leads, engineers, and field teams to produce clash-free, fabrication-ready models and clear installation drawings that improve safety, schedule, and cost outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain discipline-specific 3D models (MEP) from design drawings, specs, and field inputs.
Run coordination/clash detection (e.g., Navisworks) and drive issue resolution with design and trade partners.
Produce shop/fabrication drawings, spool sheets, sleeve/penetration layouts, and installation details.
Extract quantities and support prefabrication planning, QA, and logistics with accurate model data.
Manage model standards, naming conventions, and file structures; uphold company BIM/VDC protocols.
Lead/participate in coordination meetings; document decisions, action items, and model updates.
Publish drawings/models to field teams (tablets/plan stations) and support RFIs/as-builts.
Collaborate with PMs/Supers on model-based sequencing (4D) and progress tracking as needed.
Assist with point layout/export for field verification (e.g., Trimble/robotic total station).
Provide basic BIM training/support to project teams and help refine internal workflows.
Qualifications
2–5+ years in BIM/VDC for construction or MEP trade (Modeler/Coordinator level); GC or subcontractor experience preferred.
Proficiency with Revit (MEP), Navisworks Manage (clash/coordination); familiarity with AutoCAD.
Understanding of MEP systems, constructability, and typical installation clearances.
Ability to read/interpret plans, specs, submittals, and fabrication standards.
Experience creating shop/fab drawings and coordinating across disciplines.
Working knowledge of BIM standards (LOD, BEP, naming, shared coordinates).
Strong communication, meeting facilitation, and issue-tracking skills (BIM 360/Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, or similar).
Nice-to-have: point layout tools (Trimble), 4D/5D exposure (Synchro/Navisworks Timeliner), Dynamo, BIM scripting/automation, Bluebeam, SQL/Power BI for model data.
Education: AS/BS in Construction/Engineering/Architecture or equivalent field experience.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
