Bim Engineer - Sizewell

Bouygues Construction; Leiston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Leiston is seeking a Senior Digital Engineer to lead digital engineering processes on a high-profile clean energy project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in digital tools and BIM, with strong communication skills to collaborate with a diverse team. This role offers an attractive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive package

Pension

Health coverage

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in digital engineering, BIM, or similar roles within construction or infrastructure.
• Strong background in implementing digital tools and processes across large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Set up and implement digital engineering processes across all project stages.
• Lead the authoring and development of 3D models.
• Drive the development of VSL staff capabilities in digital tools and processes.

Skills

Digital engineering

BIM

3D modelling

Data integration

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline

Tools

Digital engineering platforms

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Digital Engineer to lead the application of digital engineering across VSL's delivery scope at Sizewell C. This role will ensure that digital methods are embedded from early engagement through to construction, commissioning, and handover, driving predictability in cost, programme, safety, and quality.

You will be responsible for managing digital workflows, 3D model development, and data integration, while also supporting the upskilling of teams in digital tools and processes. Acting as both a technical lead and a change driver, you will help VSL demonstrate the value of digital solutions to internal stakeholders, alliance partners, and the client.

Main Responsibilities

• Digital Engineering Delivery
• Set up and implement digital engineering processes across all project stages (bid, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, handover).
• Lead the authoring and development of 3D models, ensuring data accuracy, quality, and agreed levels of detail.
• Ensure digital engineering outputs align with VSL's scope and client requirements.

• Collaboration & Influence
• Present and promote digital engineering solutions to internal teams, alliance partners, and the client.
• Influence project-specific solutions to deliver value through digital methods.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.

• Upskilling & Knowledge Sharing
• Drive the development of VSL staff capabilities in digital tools and processes.
• Organise training, workshops, and regular communications to embed digital engineering best practice.
• Act as a mentor for discipline-specific digital engineering responsibilities.

• Performance & Continuous Improvement
• Support the achievement of Digital Engineering, Project Certainty, and Digital Horizon objectives.
• Monitor progress and deliverables to agreed deadlines.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement through digital technology.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Proven experience in digital engineering, BIM, or similar roles within construction or infrastructure.
• Strong background in implementing digital tools and processes across large-scale projects.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in 3D modelling and digital engineering platforms.
• Strong understanding of BIM standards, protocols, and data management.
• Ability to manage digital workflows across project stages.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication and influencing skills; confident in presenting digital solutions.
• Collaborative and adaptable, able to work across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Proactive, innovative, and passionate about advancing digital methods in construction.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and commitment to delivery.

Why Work With Us?

• Impactful Work: Lead digital engineering on one of the UK's most complex and high-profile clean energy projects.
• Innovation at Scale: Drive smarter, engineering-led solutions that deliver long-term performance and value.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development within an international construction specialist.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a skilled, diverse team at the forefront of digital transformation in infrastructure.
• Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits, including pension and health coverage.

Interested? Apply now and let's build the great structures of tomorrow together!