Sr. BIM Engineer – Electrical

Dar; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Dar in Dubai is seeking an experienced Electrical BIM Coordinator to lead review, coordination and validation of electrical BIM deliverables in line with BEP and EIR. You will manage model quality, run weekly coordination meetings with contractor and client, and act as the on-site BIM escalation point.

The role requires strong hands-on BIM expertise with Revit MEP, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Dynamo, and a track record of guiding site teams on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical BIM coordination on large-scale projects.
• Ability to mentor BIM Coordinators and site teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, coordination, and validation of electrical BIM deliverables per BEP, EIR, and BIM standards.
• Review and validate electrical BIM models, data structures, and outputs for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Coordinate and document weekly BIM review meetings with contractor and client.
• Mentor BIM Coordinators and site teams to strengthen electrical BIM coordination.
• Serve as the primary on-site BIM contact and escalation point.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Revit MEP

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Dynamo

Job description

Company Overview

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at www.dar.com.

Our Vision and Values

We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to:

1. Excellence
2. Responsibility
3. Empowerment
4. Connectivity
5. Courage

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, coordination, and validation of electrical BIM deliverables submitted by the contractor, ensuring compliance with the project’s BIM Execution Plan (BEP), Employer’s Information Requirements (EIR), and relevant BIM standards.
• Possess strong working knowledge of AEC software platforms, including Revit MEP, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Dynamo.
• Review and validate electrical BIM models, data structures, and documentation outputs for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
• Review electrical systems within BIM models, including power distribution, lighting, small power, earthing and lightning protection, cable containment, and ELV systems.
• Identify and coordinate clashes between electrical services and other disciplines, including mechanical, plumbing, structural, and architectural elements, and follow up on their timely resolution.
• Verify that electrical models and associated deliverables align with approved design drawings, technical specifications, project standards, and applicable codes and regulations.
• Respond to technical BIM queries raised by internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders, escalating complex matters to the Resident Engineer or BIM Manager as required.
• Coordinate and document weekly BIM review meetings with the contractor and client, ensuring that electrical coordination issues, actions, decisions, and outstanding clashes are properly tracked and resolved.
• Assist in implementing new BIM workflows, tools, and digital delivery processes as directed by the Area Office.
• Mentor and guide BIM Coordinators and site team members to strengthen their electrical BIM coordination and digital delivery capabilities.
• Monitor the quality, accuracy, and timely submission of electrical BIM models, shop drawings, and associated project documentation.
• Strong experience in managing contractors on large scale projects
• Serve as the primary on-site BIM contact and escalation point

* While we carefully review all applications, only candidates meeting the specified requirements will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.