Lead BIM TECHNICAL ARCHITECT

Space Builders LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm in Dubai is seeking a BIM Technical Manager to oversee BIM strategies and ensure compliance with ISO and UAE regulations. You will lead a team in managing BIM standards and processes for large-scale projects. Candidates should have 8-12 years of BIM experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in BIM roles (Coordinator to Manager).
• 3–5 years in leadership positions in the UAE region.
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop & implement BIM strategies.
• Create project-specific BIM Execution Plans (BEP).
• Lead clash detection and federate models.

Skills

BIM implementation

Team leadership

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Problem-solving

Scripting (Dynamo/Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

BIM 360

Common Data Environments (CDE)

Job description

The BIM Technical Manager oversees the implementation of BIM strategies, ensuring compliance withISO 19650 standardsandUAE regulations. They manageBEPs, CDEs, and BIM standards, ensuring model coordination, QA/QC, and timely deliverables. The role includesmentoring teams, drivingprocess automation and innovation, and managingLOD 400–500 modelsfor large-scale residential, commercial, and hospitality projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & implement BIM strategies
• Create and oversee project-specific BIM Execution Plans (BEP), aligned with ISO 19650 and UAE regulations (e.g., Dubai Municipality Circulars).
• Standards, workflows & CDE oversight
• Establish firm-wide BIM standards, templates, and content libraries.
• Manage Common Data Environments (CDE) ensuring data integrity.
• Model coordination & quality control
• Lead clash detection and federate models (architectural, structural, MEP).
• Perform QA/QC audits and supervise submission milestones.
• Production support & handover
• Ensure models are ahead of site activities.
• Manage 2D/3D deliverables and facilitate data handover for facilities management.
• Team leadership & training
• Mentor BIM Leads/Coordinators and conduct workshops.
• Liaise across multidisciplinary teams.
• Train stakeholders on BIM tools and best practices.
• Process optimization & innovation
• Identify areas for automation (e.g., Dynamo, Python).
• Streamline workflows and introduce innovative BIM solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Experience:
• 8–12+ years in BIM roles (Coordinator to Manager).
• 3–5 years in leadership positions in the UAE region.
• Technical proficiency:
• Advanced use of Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with BIM 360/ACC/CDE platforms.
• Strong experience with BIM LOD 400.
• Experience with BEP, EIR, MIDP.
• Certifications:
• Autodesk Certified Professional or equivalent.
• ISO/BIM certifications preferred.
• Leadership & communication:
• Strong mentoring, stakeholder coordination, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred for some roles.
• Compliance knowledge:
• Strong understanding of building codes, design principles, and UAE authority requirements.
• Experience in large-scale residential, commercial, or hospitality projects.
• Problem-solving & QA mindset:
• Attention to detail and ability to resolve coordination, model integrity, and compliance issues.
• Tech-savvy:
• Familiarity with scripting (Dynamo/Python).
• Knowledge of cloud collaboration tools and emerging digital construction technologies.

Job Type: Full-time

Skills

• 8–12+ years in BIM roles (Coordinator to Manager).
• 3–5 years in leadership positions in the UAE region.
• Technical proficiency:
• Advanced use of Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with BIM 360/ACC/CDE platforms.
• Strong experience with BIM LOD 400.
• Experience with BEP, EIR, MIDP.
• Certifications:
• Autodesk Certified Professional or equivalent.
• ISO/BIM certifications preferred.
• Leadership & communication:
• Strong mentoring, stakeholder coordination, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred for some roles.
• Compliance knowledge:
• Strong understanding of building codes, design principles, and UAE authority requirements.
• Experience in large-scale residential, commercial, or hospitality projects.
• Problem-solving & QA mindset:
• Attention to detail and ability to resolve coordination, model integrity, and compliance issues.
• Tech-savvy:
• Familiarity with scripting (Dynamo/Python).
• Knowledge of cloud collaboration tools and emerging digital construction technologies.