Digital Delivery and BIM Manager

Position Overview and Requirements

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced BIM Manager to lead our Building Information Modelling (BIM) initiatives. The BIM Manager will be responsible for coordinating and collaborating across project teams, setting up BIM workflows, managing the BIM team, and ensuring the success and efficiency of our projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in BIM technologies, project management, and team leadership, with a particular focus on Autodesk Plant 3D, Civil 3D, Synchro 4D, Revit, coupled with a strong understanding of 4D (construction sequencing) and 5D (cost estimation) BIM capabilities. This role demands a focus on efficiency, a deep comprehension of BIM processes and standards, and the strategic planning prowess necessary to ensure our design and construction projects not only meet but exceed operational and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversight and Implementation

• Develop and lead the implementation of digital delivery strategies, focusing on the integration of technical and design teams across different geographic locations. Utilize advanced communication and collaboration tools to bridge gaps and ensure smooth project progression.
• Coordinate and collaborate with project teams and clients to ensure seamless integration of BIM processes. This includes the development of a standardized BIM protocol for all stakeholders to follow, facilitating a uniform approach to project execution.
• Create Federated Models to facilitate improved decision-making through clash detection and resolution. Use these models as a central source of truth, enabling project teams to work from the same set of data and assumptions, thus minimizing errors and discrepancies.
• Develop and implement BIM setup and workflows for enhanced project management and coordination. This involves customizing BIM software environments to fit project-specific needs and creating standardized templates and libraries for use across projects.
• Manage the BIM team, providing guidance and support to ensure project success and efficiency. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning, encouraging team members to explore new BIM tools and technologies.
• Develop animation and movies for project visualization and stakeholder engagement, ensuring clear communication of project concepts and progress. Use these visual tools to facilitate easier understanding among non-technical stakeholders and to support marketing efforts.
• Design and implement tools and templates using C#.NET and Dynamo to meet project-specific needs and enhance productivity. Encourage innovation within the team by supporting the development of custom solutions that streamline workflow and improve project outcomes.
• Ensure comprehensive knowledge and application of BIM processes, standards, and best practices across all projects. Stay updated of industry developments and integrate new standards and practices to maintain the organization’s leading edge in BIM implementation.
• Integrate cloud-based BIM solutions to support remote access and collaboration, enabling team members to work efficiently regardless of their location. Utilize platforms like BIM 360 or ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud) to facilitate this integration.
• Leverage data analytics and machine learning within BIM processes to predict potential project challenges, optimize resource allocation, and enhance decision-making. Use historical data to inform future projects and continuously improve project delivery.
• Implement digital twins for ongoing facility management and operations, extending the value of BIM beyond the construction phase. Develop strategies for the seamless transition of BIM data to facility management teams, ensuring that digital twins are accurate reflections of the built environment.

Quality Control and Reviews

• Conduct rigorous quality control checks on BIM models to ensure strict compliance with project requirements, international standards, and specifications, including adherence to ISO 19650 parts 1 and 2, which outline the organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including BIM.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in BIM workflows, tools, and processes through diligent research and experimentation. This includes exploring advancements in BIM technology that can enhance efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration across all project stages.
• Utilize a comprehensive BIM checklist for every project phase to systematically verify that all necessary BIM standards, practices, and client requirements have been met. This checklist should be regularly updated to reflect the latest best practices and ensure continuous improvement.
• Review all drawings and digital products with a meticulous eye for detail to ensure they meet the high-quality standards expected by our clients and are in full compliance with all relevant BIM and industry standards before submission. This includes the use of automated model checking tools where appropriate to streamline the review process and ensure accuracy.

Personnel Management and Capacity Building

• Provide training and support to staff members on BIM related software tools, processes, etc.
• Stay updated on industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies related to BIM implementation and advocate for their adoption within the firm.
• Report to Senior Management on the implementation of digital delivery objectives, shortcomings, and areas for improvement.
• Organize and lead BIM coordination meetings to review project progress, resolve issues, and ensure alignment among project team members.

Workflow and Delivery Management

• Collaborate with project managers, design teams, and other stakeholders for integration of project workflows and coordinate BIM-related activities.
• Implement collaboration platforms integrated with BIM and oversee the development and maintenance of project-related BIM models, ensuring they accurately represent the project's design and construction details.
• Write macros or scripts to automate and optimize delivery processes.
• Utilize BIM software tools to detect and resolve clashes or conflicts in the design phase to minimize errors and rework during construction.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration meetings and communication among design teams and external stakeholders/partners regarding digital integration and BIM coordination and collaboration platforms.
• Engage with clients to demonstrate the value of BIM in project delivery, address their BIM-related requirements, and ensure client satisfaction with BIM implementation on

Experience, Capabilities, and Qualifications

• 15 years’ experience in large civil and/or mechanical engineering infrastructure projects.
• Certification in BIM management or related fields, with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in a BIM-related role within the engineering and construction industry.
• Proven experience as a BIM Manager or in a similar role within the construction or architecture industry.
• Strong knowledge and Experience of BIM software and tools, including Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk Plant 3D, Civil 3D, Synchro 4D, Lumion, Infraworks, C#.net, 3D Max, and V-Ray.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C#.NET and Python for developing BIM tools and templates.
• Skills in data visualization software such as Power BI for analysing and presenting project data.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Performance Targets:

Implement BIM on all New Projects

• Goal: Implement BIM processes on all new projects.
• Action Steps: Transition all ongoing and new projects to BIM. Monitor different types of projects and services and refine processes to create standardized types of digital delivery for future use.

Establish a Solid BIM Foundation

• Goal: Train our team in BIM fundamentals, tools, and languages.
• Action Steps: Organize comprehensive training sessions, workshops, and on-the-job training. Ensure the team is proficient in BIM software (Revit, Civil3D, Navisworks, Plant3D, Infraworks) and understands the principles of digital delivery. Later stages will involve in learning Dynamo and C# and other languages.

Focus on Quality Control and Compliance

• Goal: Maintain high standards of quality and compliance in digital models.
• Action Steps: Develop and implement quality control protocols for BIM models. Regularly review models to ensure they meet industry standards and regulations. Generate digital checklists to control and improve quality.

Improve Collaboration and Communication

• Goal: Enhance team collaboration using digital tools, reducing reliance on emails for NCR, RFI, and issues.
• Action Steps: Implement collaboration platforms integrated with BIM. Conduct regular weekly model coordination on the platform to enhance communication. Assign all issues directly on the federated model for digital delivery.

Enhance Data Management and Accessibility

• Goal: Establish a centralized data management system in BIM and SharePoint.
• Action Steps: Ensure all team members have easy access to and can efficiently share data. Establish connections between SharePoint and BIM.

Optimize Resource Allocation and Project Scheduling

• Goal: Apply BIM analytical tools to improve resource allocation, project scheduling, and cost estimation, leading to more efficient project delivery and cost savings.

Implement Continuous Learning and Innovation

• Goal: Establish ongoing training programs and innovation labs to keep the BIM team at the forefront of technological advancements and best practices in digital construction.

Additional Considerations:

• Centralization of Information: Emphasize the importance of centralizing information through BIM processes to keep all the teams and stakeholders consistently updated with the latest project data.
• Real-time Updates and Workflow Management: Utilize BIM capabilities to support seamless workflows. This includes allowing teams to view real-time changes and manage tasks efficiently, crucial for timely project delivery and error reduction.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assess the effectiveness of these action steps. Adjust strategies based on feedback and evolving project needs. Implement measures to gauge the success of digital delivery in projects and overall team performance.

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