Lead VDC Coordinator | Glasgow

Kirby Group Engineering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering invites an experienced Lead VDC Coordinator to drive BIM/VDC delivery on major projects. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, set BIM standards and BEPs, and integrate digital tools to improve project outcomes. Strong leadership and technical expertise are required.

The role focuses on advancing digital construction, coordinating model workflows, and mentoring staff while ensuring timely, on-budget, and quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or Engineering or architecture.
• BIM/VDC certifications preferred.
• 7–12+ years in construction/design with 3–5 years in BIM/VDC leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of VDC/BIM strategies across projects.
• Develop and enforce BIM Execution Plans (BEP).
• Set modelling standards for coordination and digital delivery.
• Mentor junior VDC coordinators and BIM technicians.
• Oversee federated model development and clash detection.
• Maintain QA checks and data integrity in CDE.

Skills

BIM leadership

Revit

Navisworks

Solibri

BIM 360/ACCD

Dynamo/Python scripting

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Construction Management

Engineering (Civil/Structural/MEP)

Architecture or related discipline

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

Solibri

BIM 360/Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Role overview

The Lead VDC Coordinator is responsible for managing and implementing digital construction processes, primarily leveraging BIM (Building Information Modelling), to support project delivery. This leadership role coordinates multidisciplinary design teams, ensures model integration, and drives innovation across construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. VDC / BIM Leadership

• Lead the implementation of VDC/BIM strategies across projects
• Develop and enforce BIM Execution Plans (BEP)
• Set project standards for modelling, coordination, and digital delivery
• Mentor and manage junior VDC coordinators and BIM technicians

2. Model Coordination & Clash Detection

• Oversee federated model development across disciplines (Architectural, Structural, MEP)
• Conduct clash detection using tools like Navisworks, Revizto, or Solibri
• Chair coordination meetings and track issue resolution
• Ensure models are aligned with project timelines and deliverables

3. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with:
  • Design consultants
  • Contractors and subcontractors
  • Project managers and site teams
• Act as primary point of contact for all BIM-related queries

4. Digital Construction & Innovation

• Promote adoption of digital tools (e.g., drones, 4D/5D simulation, digital twins)
• Support construction sequencing (4D scheduling)
• Assist quantity take-offs (5D BIM)
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies

5. Quality Assurance & Data Management

• Ensure models comply with company and client BIM standards
• Maintain Common Data Environment (CDE) (e.g., BIM 360, ACC, ProjectWise)
• Perform model audits and QA checks
• Manage version control and data integrity

6. Reporting & Analysis

• Track BIM KPIs and project performance metrics
• Provide regular reports to project leadership
• Highlight risks and opportunities related to digital delivery

Required Skills & Competencies Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of:
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Navisworks / Solibri
  • BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Strong understanding of:
  • ISO 19650 standards
  • BIM workflows and coordination processes
• Experience with 4D/5D tools (Synchro, CostX, etc.) is a plus
• Familiarity with scripting (Dynamo, Python) beneficial

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring ability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Qualifications

• Degree in:
  • Construction Management
  • Engineering (Civil, Structural, MEP)
  • Architecture or related discipline
• BIM/VDC certifications (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional) preferred

Experience

• Typically 7–12+ years in construction/design
• At least 3–5 years in BIM/VDC leadership roles
• Proven experience delivering P&R Projects

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies – Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on [phone].

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.