Digital Lead Engineer

Ridge and Partners LLP; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Building Services design firm in Plymouth is seeking a talented Digital Lead/Engineer to develop and manage Building Information Models. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with BIM tools such as Revit and AutoCAD, and will play a key role in fostering innovation in digital construction. This position requires at least 4 days of in-office attendance per week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in BIM modelling using Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of BIM standards and protocols (e.g. PAS 1192, ISO 19650).
• Experience with Common Data Environments (CDEs) such as BIM 360 or ProjectWise is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement BIM processes across the building services sector.
• Develop and manage BIM models throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure model accuracy.

Skills

BIM modelling using Revit

BIM standards and protocols

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant qualifications in architectural technology, engineering, or digital construction

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

BIM 360

ProjectWise

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Digital Lead/Engineer to join our dynamic Building Services design team in Plymouth. You will play a key role in developing and managing Building Information Models across a diverse range of projects. This role offers the opportunity to take a leading role for the innovation in digital construction, contribute to strategic development of BIM standards, and work within a forward-thinking environment that values technical expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We operate an agile working policy, but please note this opportunity will require attendance within the office for at least 4 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Be part of a team coordinating and implementing BIM processes across the building services sector.
• Develop, manage, review, interrogate, advise upon and maintain both internal and external project-specific BIM Execution Plans.
• Develop, manage, and maintain BIM models throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure model accuracy and coordination.
• Implement BIM standards and workflows in line with ISO 19650.
• Conduct clash detection and resolve coordination issues using Navisworks or similar tools.
• Support digital construction initiatives and contribute to innovation in design delivery.
• Lead and maintain asset data environments for projects including gathering data, attending asset data meeting with clients and delivering final asset data files throughout the life cycle of a building services design.

Requirements

• Proven experience in BIM modelling using Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of BIM standards and protocols (e.g. PAS 1192, ISO 19650).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Common Data Environments (CDEs) such as BIM 360 or ProjectWise is a plus.
• Experience with asset data environments for public sector clients.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement in digital delivery.
• Relevant qualifications in architectural technology, engineering, or digital construction, with additional BIM certifications being advantageous. (not mandatory)