Construction Technology Manager
Therma, a Legence company
For over 50 years, Therma has continued to redefine the mechanical construction landscapes in California. Renowned for outstanding client service and attention to detail, we balance innovative, facility-specific solutions with a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach. Today, the firm employs more than 1,100 people in 3 regional offices, and its clients represent a diverse range of market sectors, including Biopharmaceutical, Education, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Commercial, Industrial and Data Center facilities. Our culture is open, innovative, collaborative, and fun – all reflected in recognition of Therma as a #1 Best Place to Work on multiple occasions. We create an environment that empowers & challenges employees, giving them the greatest opportunity to succeed.
Location: San Jose, CA - Full-time on site
Position Overview
The Construction Technology Manager (CTM) is responsible for leading the strategy, implementation, and continuous improvement of construction technology across our design‑build MEP operations. This role ensures that digital tools—particularly BIM, AutoCAD, Revit, fabrication modeling, and field technologies—are effectively supporting design coordination, prefabrication, shop production, and field execution.
The CTM acts as the bridge between engineering, fabrication, operations, and field teams, ensuring technology investments translate into improved productivity, quality, safety, and predictability.
This is a hands‑on leadership role focused on standardization, enablement, and scale, not full‑time drafting or modeling.
Key Responsibilities
- Technology Leadership & Strategy
- Own and manage the company’s construction technology ecosystem, including BIM, CAD, model coordination, and field platforms.
- Define and maintain company standards for Revit, AutoCAD, BIM execution, model handoff, and digital deliverables.
- Evaluate, pilot, and implement new technologies that improve design‑build delivery, prefabrication, and field productivity.
- BIM, CAD & Model Governance (MEP‑Focused)
- Provide enterprise‑level ownership of Revit and AutoCAD for MEP design‑build workflows.
- Establish and maintain:
- Revit templates, families, and shared parameters aligned to MEP and fabrication needs
- CAD standards, layering, and file management practices
- Support model coordination, clash detection, and constructability reviews in partnership with engineering and project teams.
- Ensure models are structured to support:
- Quantity takeoffs
- Spooling and fabrication
- Prefab assemblies
- Accurate field installation
- Prefabrication & Shop Enablement
- Partner with fabrication and shop leadership to ensure models and data support:
- Spool extraction
- Material tracking
- CNC and automated fabrication workflows (where applicable)
- Standardize model requirements and handoff processes between design, shop, and field.
- Help reduce rework by improving upstream model quality and constructability.
- Partner with fabrication and shop leadership to ensure models and data support:
- Training, Adoption & Support
- Develop and deliver training programs for:
- Engineers and designers
- BIM/VDC staff
- Project managers and superintendents
- Provide advanced troubleshooting and workflow support for Revit, AutoCAD, and related tools.
- Drive consistent adoption of standards across projects and regions.
- Develop and deliver training programs for:
- Integration with Operations & Field
- Ensure technology workflows integrate with:
- Project controls
- Scheduling
- Cost management
- Field data capture
- Support field teams with constructible models, drawings, and digital tools.
- Gather feedback from operations and the field to continuously improve workflows.
- Ensure technology workflows integrate with:
- Collaboration & Governance
- Work closely with:
- Engineering and design teams
- Fabrication/shop leadership
- Project management and operations
- IT (for licensing, security, and infrastructure)
- Manage relationships with software vendors and technology partners
- Track ROI and performance impacts of technology initiatives.
- Work closely with:
What This Role Is — and Is Not
This role is:
- Enterprise owner of BIM/CAD systems and standards
- Focused on enablement, scale, and operational outcomes
- Closely aligned with prefab and self‑perform MEP work
This role is not:
- A full‑time Revit modeler or drafter
- A project‑specific BIM Coordinator
- Traditional IT support
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in MEP construction, design‑build delivery, or fabrication, with strong technology exposure.
- Deep working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD in an MEP construction environment.
- Strong understanding of:
- BIM for construction (LOD, coordination, constructability)
- Design‑build workflows
- Prefabrication and spooling processes
- Proven experience developing standards, templates, and workflows.
- Ability to communicate effectively with field leadership, engineers, and executives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC fabrication shops.
- Familiarity with:
- Model‑based estimating and scheduling
- Field technology platforms
- Data integration between BIM and project controls
- Experience leading technology change management across multiple projects or regions.
Compensation: $134k-$150k, depending on experience
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About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.
Benefits Overview
401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation (separate from CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.
Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.
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