BIM Modeller - Redcar

Balfour Beatty plc; Redcar; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company car if applicable

Pension savings schemes

Enhanced maternity/paternity and家ily‑s

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a BIM Modeller to join the NZT project on site at Redcar, Cleveland. You will produce and coordinate detailed BIM models of building services, with emphasis on HVAC systems, working alongside the BIM Manager, engineers and supply chain partners.

Proven Revit experience in MEP/building services is essential, plus familiarity with CDE platforms like Autodesk Construction Cloud and BIM 360. Offshore team coordination and model federations are also involved.

Qualifications

• Proven BIM Modeller experience within engineering or construction.
• Strong Revit skills for MEP/building services modelling.
• Experience with HVAC and ductwork modelling.
• Ability to interpret drawings and markups for coordinated models.
• Familiarity with CDE workflows and ISO 19650.

Responsibilities

• Produce and develop coordinated BIM models using Revit.
• Model HVAC/building services and ductwork.
• Develop models from engineering information and markups.
• Produce plans, sections and schedules from models.
• Work with engineers to reflect design intent and resolve clashes.
• Support model reviews, information exchanges and handover.

Skills

BIM Modeller experience

Autodesk Revit

HVAC building services

Coordination & clash detection

BS EN ISO 19650 knowledge

Common Data Environment

Strong communication

Tools

Autodesk Forma

Navisworks

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM 360

Job description

About The Role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives? Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project. As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster. Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic BIM Modeller to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.

What you'll be doing

The role will focus on the production, development and coordination of detailed building services models, with a particular emphasis on HVAC systems. Working closely with the BIM Manager, engineering teams and supply chain partners, the BIM Modeller will be responsible for producing accurate, coordinated models and associated information in line with project requirements and agreed BIM standards. The successful candidate will have strong practical experience using Autodesk Revit within an MEP or building services environment. They will also be familiar with Autodesk Common Data Environment platforms, including Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360 and Autodesk Forma, and have an understanding of BS EN ISO 19650 principles and workflows. Experience within HVAC, mechanical building services or a related engineering environment would be highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and develop coordinated BIM models using Autodesk Revit
• Model building services systems with a particular focus on HVAC, ductwork and associated mechanical services
• Develop models from engineering information, design drawings, specifications and mark-ups
• Produce accurate plans, sections, elevations, schedules and other drawings directly from coordinated Revit models
• Work closely with engineers and designers to ensure models accurately reflect the agreed design intent
• Support multidisciplinary model coordination and help identify and resolve clashes and spatial coordination issues
• Update models following design changes, coordination reviews and engineering comments
• Maintain model accuracy, consistency and compliance with agreed project BIM standards
• Follow project modelling standards, naming conventions, information requirements and agreed BS EN ISO 19650 workflows
• Work within Autodesk Common Data Environment platforms, including Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360 and Autodesk Forma
• Upload, share and manage model information in accordance with agreed project workflows and information status requirements
• Work closely with the BIM Manager to support model reviews, audits and information exchanges
• Liaise with internal engineering teams, supply chain partners and Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick’s offshore BIM modelling team to support coordinated model delivery
• Support the preparation and maintenance of federated models
• Respond to model review comments and coordination issues and incorporate agreed changes into project models
• Support clash detection and coordination activities, including the resolution of issues identified through model reviews
• Develop and maintain Revit families, parameters and project content where required
• Ensure required asset information and model metadata are correctly incorporated into BIM deliverables
• Support the production of models and information required for construction, installation and project handover
• Carry out model quality checks before information is shared or issued
• Contribute to the continued development and consistent application of BIM modelling standards across Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick

Who we're looking for

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven experience working as a BIM Modeller, BIM Technician, Revit Technician or similar role within an engineering or construction environment
• Strong practical experience using Autodesk Revit
• Experience modelling MEP or building services systems
• Good understanding of HVAC systems and the ability to model ductwork, equipment and associated building services accurately
• Experience producing coordinated models and drawings from Revit
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, mark-ups and design information
• Experience working with multidisciplinary models and resolving coordination issues
• Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud or BIM 360
• Understanding of Common Data Environment workflows and controlled information sharing
• Familiarity with BS EN ISO 19650 and its application to BIM and information management workflows
• Understanding of model federation, clash detection and multidisciplinary coordination
• Ability to work accurately to agreed BIM standards, modelling requirements and project procedures
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineers, BIM teams and supply chain partners
• Good attention to detail and a practical approach to resolving modelling and coordination issues
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver modelling activities against agreed project programmes

Desirable Experience

• Strong background in mechanical building services and HVAC design or installation
• Experience modelling complex ductwork systems, plantrooms and mechanical equipment
• Experience working on major infrastructure, energy, utilities, industrial or complex engineering projects
• Practical experience using Autodesk Forma
• Experience using Navisworks for model review and clash detection
• Experience working with Autodesk Construction Cloud Model Coordination
• Experience creating and managing Revit families and shared parameters
• Experience working with structured asset information and model metadata
• Familiarity with COBie, IFC and Uniclass
• Experience working with remote or offshore BIM modelling teams
• Understanding of fabrication, installation and construction requirements for MEP systems
• Relevant BIM, building services, engineering or construction qualification

Personal Qualities

• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing accurate, well‑coordinated models
• Comfortable working closely with engineers and challenging unclear or conflicting design information where necessary
• Able to take ownership of allocated modelling activities and see them through to completion
• Collaborative and able to work effectively across different disciplines, teams and organisations
• Organised and able to manage changing priorities within a busy project environment
• Keen to develop technical knowledge and BIM capability
• Focused on practical delivery and producing information that can be used effectively by design and construction teams
• Comfortable working with teams based across different locations and time zones

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some Of Our Key Benefits Are

• An attractive/negotiated salary;
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
• Company car if applicable
• Pension savings schemes;
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
• Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
• Discretionary annual salary reviews

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities. From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/