HVAC BIM Coordinator - Canberra

New Venture Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defence project exposure

Canberra-based role

BIM ownership on major project

Long-term career opportunity

Job summary

New Venture Recruitment is seeking an experienced BIM Coordinator to join a leading mechanical services contractor on a major defence project in Canberra.

You will coordinate BIM models with project teams, conduct clash detection, and ensure constructability from design through to construction. The role emphasizes Revit and Navisworks proficiency, with ownership of BIM documentation and coordination processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BIM coordination, modelling or drafting experience.
• Strong experience with Revit and Navisworks.
• Construction or building services background.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate BIM models across consultants, contractors and project stakeholders
• Review drawings and 3D models for accuracy and constructability
• Undertake clash detection and visual walkthroughs using Navisworks Manage
• Audit and review models using Autodesk Revit
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings with project teams
• Assist with early design reviews and constructability analysis
• Manage and update BIM project documentation
• Undertake 3D model quantity extraction and verification
• Assist with 4D scheduling and simulation where required
• Work closely with Project Managers and Construction Managers to resolve coordination issues
• Assist with external drafting and modelling requirements
• Produce conceptual and fabrication drawings where required
• Ensure BIM coordination supports project programme, budget and construction requirements

Skills

BIM coordination

Communication

Constructability

Project collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

BIM/drafting qualification

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks Manage

Job description

BIM Coordinator | Major Defence Project | Canberra | $130k–$150k + Super

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced BIM Coordinator to join a leading mechanical services contractor working on a major-scale defence project in Canberra.

This is a Canberra-based position working within a major construction environment, where you will play a key role in coordinating BIM models, resolving clashes and ensuring design and construction teams remain aligned throughout the project.

Australian Citizenship is mandatory for this position, with candidates required to be eligible to obtain the appropriate security clearance.

The Role

As BIM Coordinator, you will work closely with project managers, construction managers, engineers, consultants and subcontractors to coordinate BIM models and identify potential design and constructability issues before they reach site.

You’ll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from design coordination through to construction, with a strong focus on Revit, Navisworks, clash detection and constructability.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate BIM models across consultants, contractors and project stakeholders
• Review drawings and 3D models for accuracy and constructability
• Undertake clash detection and visual walkthroughs using Navisworks Manage
• Audit and review models using Autodesk Revit
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings with project teams
• Assist with early design reviews and constructability analysis
• Manage and update BIM project documentation
• Undertake 3D model quantity extraction and verification
• Assist with 4D scheduling and simulation where required
• Work closely with Project Managers and Construction Managers to resolve coordination issues
• Assist with external drafting and modelling requirements
• Produce conceptual and fabrication drawings where required
• Ensure BIM coordination supports project programme, budget and construction requirements

About You

We're looking for an experienced BIM professional with:

• 5+ years' experience in BIM coordination, modelling or drafting
• Relevant drafting/BIM qualification or equivalent experience
• Strong experience with Autodesk Revit
• Strong experience with Navisworks Manage
• Experience with clash detection and BIM coordination
• Experience working within a construction or building services environment
• Strong understanding of 3D modelling and constructability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to work effectively with project and construction teams
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Experience within mechanical, HVAC or MEP building services will be highly regarded.

Defence Requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Be eligible to obtain the required Australian Government security clearance
• Be able to satisfy the relevant security and background requirements

What's on Offer?

• $130,000 – $150,000 + Super
• Canberra-based position
• Work on a major-scale defence project
• Join a leading mechanical services contractor
• Exposure to a technically complex and highly regulated construction environment
• Opportunity to take ownership of BIM coordination across a major project
• Long-term career development opportunities

If you're an experienced BIM Coordinator looking to work on a significant defence project and want to take the next step in your BIM career, we'd like to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact Dave on 0481 134 ***.