BIM Team Lead

Aplin; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits

3-4 weeks vacation

RRSP Matching

Job summary

Aplin seeks a BIM Lead Team to join a leading mechanical contractor in Vancouver. You will oversee a team of BIM Coordinators and Modellers, coordinating mechanical models, managing clash detection, and ensuring that construction drawings meet project requirements.

The role focuses on establishing BIM standards, workflows, and collaboration with project managers, engineers, and field teams. You will mentor staff and drive the use of technology to improve coordination and constructability on

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BIM/VDC experience in mechanical construction or building services.
• Experience leading or mentoring a team of BIM Coordinators, Modellers or VDC professionals.
• Strong understanding of mechanical building systems (HVAC, plumbing, piping, fire protection).
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, Navisworks and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the BIM/VDC team to support delivery of mechanical construction projects.
• Develop, coordinate and maintain 3D mechanical models with accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee clash detection and resolution across trades for coordinated drawings.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, engineers and contractors to ensure collaboration across the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain BIM standards, procedures and workflows across projects.

Skills

BIM/VDC experience

Team leadership

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

3D modelling

Clash detection

Trade coordination

Job description

Our client who is a leading Mechanical Contractor is seeking a BIM Lead Team to join their team. This position offers you a chance to lead a team of designers and coordintors and contribute to landmark projects in Vancouver.

About Our Client
Our client is a locally owned and operated mechanical contractor based in the Lower Mainlandand recognized as a leader in building systems across Western Canada. They deliver plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and fire protection solutions across major construction projects as well as ongoing service work.

Their model is built around consistency, reliability, and technical expertise, with in-house capabilities that support construction delivery, design-build assist, BIM and virtual design coordination, and fire protection system design, installation, service, and inspection.

About The Opportunity
You will oversee the BIM and VDC functions whilst leading a team of BIM Coordinators and modellers to support the successful delivery of complex mechanical construction projects throughout the Lower Mainland.

This position will be responsible for managing BIM workflows, coordinating mechanical models with other trades, overseeing clash detection and resolution, and ensuring accurate, coordinated construction drawings and models are produced in line with project requirements.

Working closely with Project Managers, site teams, consultants and general contractors, the BIM Team Lead will drive collaboration, improve modelling standards and processes, and ensure the effective use of technology to enhance project coordination, constructability and overall delivery.

About The Position

• Lead and manage the BIM/VDC team, overseeing BIM Coordinators and Modellers to support the successful delivery of mechanical construction projects.
• Oversee the development, coordination and maintenance of 3D mechanical models, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications and design requirements.
• Manage clash detection and coordination processes, identifying and resolving conflicts between mechanical, electrical, structural and architectural systems.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, engineers, consultants, general contractors and site teams to ensure effective collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain BIM standards, modelling procedures, workflows and best practices across all projects.
• Review mechanical drawings, shop drawings and coordinated models to ensure accuracy, constructability and installation requirements are met.
• Oversee BIM project schedules, deliverables and resource allocation, ensuring modelling and coordination activities align with construction milestones.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship and training to BIM Coordinators and team members, supporting their professional development.
• Identify opportunities to improve BIM processes, implement new technologies and enhance overall project coordination and efficiency.
• Support field teams with BIM-related information, including model updates, installation sequencing, layout requirements and as-built documentation.

The Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in BIM/VDC within the mechanical construction or building services industry.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring a team of BIM Coordinators, Modellers or VDC professionals.
• Strong understanding of mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, piping and fire protection.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks and AutoCAD.
• Experience with 3D modelling, clash detection, trade coordination and construction drawing production.

Compensation

• Salary $100,000 – $110,000
• Health & Dental Benefits
• 3-4 weeks vacation
• RRSP Matching

This opportunity is available to candidates based inVancouver, Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, Burnaby, Surrey, New Westminster, Langley, Delta, Richmond, Chilliwack, and North Vancouver.