Senior BIM Designer

Arup; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Profit sharing

RRSP match

Life insurance (optional)

Job summary

Arup is seeking a dynamic BIM Designer or Senior BIM Designer with expertise in Electrical design to join our expanding Electrical division in Toronto. You will collaborate with design engineers from various disciplines to deliver high-quality data-enriched models and drawings, while implementing BIM standards and leading project delivery from concept to completion.

You will supervise and mentor junior BIM designers, contribute to multi-disciplinary projects, and leverage cutting-edge digital

Qualifications

• Fluent effectively collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrable experience working with mid to large-scale rail and/or civil projects.
• Proficiency in BIM software from major software companies (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley Systems).
• Strong understanding of new technologies and their application in BIM.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in both technical and non-technical environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with BIM team members and engineers to plan and set up BIM models for civil projects.
• Create detailed design models for rail and civil projects using BIM software.
• Implement and enforce BIM standards in line with ISO 19650 across projects.
• Conduct clash detection and resolve design conflicts.
• Generate detailed rail and civil drawings and documentation from model elements.
• Manage project data environments and provide team training.

Skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

BIM software proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Autodesk

Bentley Systems

Job description

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

BIM Designers play a critical role in delivering high quality data enriched models and the resulting drawings to our clients. Within the Arup team, this involves overall project planning, detailed design development and coordination between all disciplines, managing and adhering to office/Regional/client BIM standards. BIM Designers are at the forefront of digital production innovations (automation and data accessibility) and must be able to implement new tools on the fly and train others to do the same.

We are currently searching for a dynamic BIM Designer or a Senior BIM Designer with expertise in Electrical design and concept to join our expanding Electrical division. In this role, you will collaborate closely with design engineers from various subject areas, contributing your expertise to our multidisciplinary projects. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of design and engineering to create impactful solutions for the built environment, we invite you to join our team and be part of our journey towards shaping a better world.

This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.

The Opportunity

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating with BIM team members and rail/civil engineers both internally and externally to plan and set up BIM models for civil engineering projects, ensuring accurate and efficient project delivery
• Utilize advanced BIM software (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley Systems) to create detailed design models for rail and civil design projects
• Implement, and enforce BIM standards in line with ISO 19650, ensuring alignment across projects.
  Implement and maintain BIM standards and protocols.
• Conduct clash detection and resolve design conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Participate in project meetings and provide input on design solutions.
• Generating detailed rail and civil engineering drawings and documentation, including equipment schedules, quantity takeoffs, and other project deliverables using model elements.
• Taking responsibility for own work and reviewing the work of others to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project standards.
• Setting up and managing project data environments, ensuring effective organization, storage, and accessibility of project data throughout the lifecycle.
• Provide technical support and training to project teams.
• Supervising and mentoring junior BIM designers, providing guidance and supporting their professional development.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

Qualifications

• Fluent effectively collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrable experience working with mid to large-scale rail and/or civil projects.
• Proficiency in BIM software from major software companies (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley Systems).
• Strong understanding of new technologies and their application in BIM.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in both technical and non-technical environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Consistent record of working in a team-based environment, demonstrating excellent planning and organization skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and willingness to take on new challenges.
• A proactive and highly motivated approach to work, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience. or a related field is preferred.
• Good knowledge of standards and procedures applicable in rail/civil projects.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

Benefits at Work

• 100% paid for by Arup except for optional life insurance.
• Paid time off for rest and renewal.
• Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi‑annually).
• GRRSP 5% company match.

Flexible Working

We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Toronto Hiring Range

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $115,000 to $125,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note, hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee).We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

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