Lead Electrical Design Specialist (Revit/BIM)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in the UK is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Specialist (Revit/BIM) to oversee digital model management and deliverables. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience, exceptional communication skills, and expertise in BIM processes. This role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines to ensure optimal project execution and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of digital design and delivery experience.
• Familiarity with discipline codes and specifications.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction for Digital Delivery Coordinators.
• Generate and maintain the Digital Delivery Plan.
• Ensure quality control through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination.

Skills

BIM element authoring

Digital model management

3D Coordination tools

Microsoft Office products

Client service skills

Analytical skills

Education

Technical degree in relevant field

HNC or HND, BTEC in Building Services or Engineering

Tools

Revit

3D design software

Job description

Lead Electrical Design Specialist (Revit/BIM)

About You

We are looking for someone who is a personable self-starter with the ability to project a positive ‘can do’ professional attitude at all times, maintaining good working relationships. Someone who enjoys working collaboratively across disciplines, being able to establish excellent working rapport within the team, business, and with clients, with the ability to work under pressure, handle a varied workload, and keep to tight deadlines whilst maintaining the highest level of technical excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In the role of Lead Electrical Design Specialist (Revit/BIM), we'll count on you to:

• Provide direction for the Digital Delivery Coordinators and Specialists, along with managing the digital model environment and deliverables at the project level
• Possess an advanced understanding of how all disciplines interact and construction documents are produced
• Work directly with the Project Manager to assist the Coordinators and Specialists to generate and maintain the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project initiation procedure, establishing the server infrastructure, discipline models, and digital deliverables outlined in the project scope
• Execute digital deliverables and supporting production teams throughout the complete lifecycle of projects
• Provide technical support, while communicating the deliverable schedule to the project team
• Maintain quality by monitoring the model health and coordination processes of the project, from the planning phase through the issue of construction documents
• Execute these tasks autonomously and also mentor and provide guidance to other team members
• Oversee and contribute to the development and maintenance of the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP)
• Monitor and oversee the establishment of the document management system and help maintain the server infrastructure for multi-discipline projects
• Ensure the team has the appropriate software, versions, access, and training needed to execute the project requirements
• Generate and maintain model setup including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, sheets, and general models, to accommodate the disciplines and project requirements
• Maintain company standards and model health
• Host Digital Delivery coordination meetings with the Digital Design team to ensure optimal quality control through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes
• Communicate, coordinate, and compile all project digital deliverables and exchange process at predetermined milestones
• Project archiving at submittals and closeout
• Engage in close and effective communication and presentations with HDR management, production staff, and clients
• Mentor staff to help develop their skillsets
• Provide guidance for Project Managers to support project needs
• Engage with other Digital Delivery Leads to provide support and guidance

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years of digital design (BIM element authoring) and 5 years of digital delivery (model management) experience
• Comprehensive understanding of all discipline relations and operations of building systems
• HNC or HND, BTEC in: Building Services, Mechanical Eng, Structural Eng, Electrical Eng, or a relevant subject
• Minimum 3 years of industry experience working for a design consultancy or main contractor using Revit
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tools
• Advanced skillset of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Familiar with industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications
• Familiar with basic automation and programming applications for efficiencies
• Familiar with 3D design software add-ins and supporting applications
• Familiar with content creation and management concepts
• Superior client service, communication, and presentation skills are essential
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively serve as a first line of technical support
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and leadership traits are essential
• Must have strong organizational skills to establish priorities between technical support requests and project work
• Must be enthusiastic, energetic, and have an excellent work ethic

Our Commitment

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.