Vice President – Digital Engineering

Aldar Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Digital Design Manager to enhance its information management lifecycle. This pivotal role involves developing a comprehensive BIM roadmap, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in digital design management, showcasing strong technical and interpersonal skills. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and sustainability, where your contributions will shape the future of real estate development. If you are passionate about driving digital transformation and leading multidisciplinary teams, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Digital Design Management within large-scale real estate development.
• Experience managing design teams and BIM modelers.

Responsibilities

• Implement Aldar's Organizational Information Requirements as per ISO 19650.
• Manage BIM-related risks and drive solutions for resolution.

Skills

Digital Design Management

BIM Implementation

Project Information Requirements

Risk Management

Sustainability Principles

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Technologies

Tools

BIM Software

Data Ecosystems

CDE Management

Job description

Support Development

• Assist in identifying initiatives to enhance and improve Aldar’s current information management lifecycle.
• Develop and implement an Aldar Development BIM roadmap in collaboration with key stakeholders, departments, and industry leaders.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and own the Aldar Organizational Information Requirements as defined within ISO 19650 standards.
• Define project-specific Project Information Requirements to guide the formation of Exchange Information Requirements for Aldar Projects.
• Identify, manage, and own BIM-related risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies; drive solutions for swift resolution.
• Manage Aldar's BIM benefits framework, demonstrating tangible value addition through BIM implementation.
• Collaborate with procurement, asset management, and supply chain teams to develop and integrate a digital product/asset library throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish a definitive digital asset and product level of definition based on BS 8541 and BS EN 17412-1 2020 standards applicable across the project lifecycle.
• Work with stakeholders in facilities, asset, and project management to define and implement Asset Information Requirements and related data definitions.
• Coordinate with Group Digital Services to identify software and hardware needs for BIM facilitation.
• Partner with the Centre of Excellence to define and establish the information management lifecycle following ISO 19650, BS EN 1192, and industry best practices.
• Support HR in developing BIM learning and talent initiatives to upskill personnel, teams, and departments.
• Stay informed of BIM trends, innovations, and relevant technologies and standards in digital design and archiving.
• Demonstrate thought leadership to promote innovation within BIM industry-wide.
• Lead assurance and audit activities to ensure compliance with Aldar’s BIM standards, methods, and procedures.
• Champion digital innovation and transformation within Development.

REQUIRED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 10+ years in Digital Design Management within large-scale real estate development.

MANAGERIAL EXPERIENCE

At least 2+ years in a managerial role.

FIELD OF EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience with DFMA, MMC, and delivering DFMA change programs.
• Experience managing design teams and BIM modelers.

TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams internally and externally.
• Knowledge of sustainability principles, including net zero, carbon neutrality, and safety.
• Familiarity with data ecosystems, BIM, VR/AR/MR, NFTs, GIS, digital twins, generative design, Industry 4.0, AI, and cognitive technologies.
• Experience implementing BIM across design, construction, operation, and maintenance in national and international organizations.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Extensive knowledge of design authoring, checking, coordination, and approval tools and platforms.
• Experience in defining workflows for data exchange between technologies.
• Working knowledge of relevant standards such as BS 1192, PAS 1192, ISO 19650, COBie, NRM, Uniformat, MasterFormat, POMI.
• Experience configuring and managing project and corporate CDEs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Technologies or equivalent.