Position Summary
The primary focus for a technology analyst on the Design Technologies team will be to support the detailers, engineers, VDC teams, and other groups integral to the design project lifecycle across Southland's national footprint. This role will focus on maintaining standards, improving efficiency of existing processes, and documenting updates and changes to workflows for the teams and software that we support. This includes, but is not limited to, Revit project templates, project setup processes, approved third-party Revit modeling tools, internal custom development initiatives, and SharePoint pages that document these functions. The position will require thorough attention to detail, change management skills, and an emphasis on relationship building across the organization.
Position Details
Relationship Building/Management
Effectively build strong working relationships and communicate with internal stakeholders, including fellow AEC team members, detailers,engineers, IT, and divisional leadership, to ensure alignment on designtechnology goals and strategies.
Collaborate with Southland internal teams and external vendors to ensure design technology standards are being met and new standards are being integrated properly.
Communicate with employees at all levels regardingdesigntechnology solutions, standardization, and application support assistance.
Workflow Optimization
Work closely with divisional teams, vendors, and business teams to configure settings, workflows, and features based on divisional requirements.
Analyze current design processes and workflows to identify areas where existing or customdesigntechnology can reduce inefficiencies, improve accuracy, and increase productivity.
Technology Deployment
Support the analysis, testing, and end-to-end implementation of AEC design technology initiatives, including new third-party application adoption, custom development efforts, enterprise software alignment and standardization, and associated training rolloutsacross Southland.
Ensure all AEC designtechnologies processes are integrated seamlessly into ongoing projects, from initial setup to final documentation and turnover.
Stay informed on emerging technologies, evaluate their feasibility, and assist in pilot programs to test potential new tools and systems.
Change Management
Assist in the development and execution of change management strategy for new designtechnology rollouts and updates, ensuring smooth adoption across design teams and minimizing disruption.
Involvement in feedback loops to gather insights from design teams and other users to continuously improve technology adoption and refine processes.
Assist in the composition and implementation ofboth in-person and remote training programs and learning opportunities to ensure team members are proficient in using new tools and systems.
Support and Documentation
Provide ongoing support to detailers, engineers, VDC teams, and other groups, troubleshooting issues and ensuring software and processes function as expected.
Assist in the creation and maintenance of comprehensive documentation for design technologies, including SharePoint pages, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices.
Work with the Design Technologies team to develop training materials and conduct in-person training as needed.
Monitor and document process improvement requests and implementation.
Strategic Planning & Governance
Collaborate with the rest of the Design Technologies Team to ensure strategic designtechnology goals align with corporate AEC and IT strategy.
Assist in the development and execution of design technology strategies that support Southland's business goals and divisional project needs.
Help ensure that design technology standards are consistent across divisions in accordance with enterprise standards.
Support scalable designtechnology solutions for Southland's national footprint, and their roll-out across multiple sites and regions.
Work with the Design Technologies and AEC team to prioritize feedbackand initiatives across the organization.
Maintain awareness of divisional progress and regional needs to inform strategic decisions.
Qualifications
Associate's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Information Technology,?or a related field preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of Revit technologies.
Excellent communication and collaborationskills.
Familiarity with?MEP processes,?VDC, and?construction project workflows.
Strong project management skills?and ability to manage timelines and resources.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong active listening and empathy skills.
Strong knowledge of the MEP engineering and construction industry.
Ability to meet people where they are and assist them through change management to reach desired outcomes.
In-depth understanding of relevant design technologies, technical principles, and broad knowledge of related disciplines.
Ability to work on complex issues.
Understanding of IT services.
The position might require out-of-statetravel to divisional offices.
Preference will be given to candidates in proximity to the following Southland Locations:
Carrollton, TX
Fort Worth, TX
San Antonio, TX
Laurel, MD
Conshohocken, PA
Las Vegas, NV
Phoenix, AZ
Portland, OR
Union City, CA
Garden Grove, CA
Benefits
As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Wellness benefits
About Southland Industries
As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.
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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For (Colorado/New York City/California/Washington/Maryland) this ranges from $75,000.00-$100,000.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.
Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
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