Lead VDC Coordinator | P&R

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

Benefits offered by this job

Career development programmes

Competitive package

Room for negotiations

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a Lead VDC Coordinator to drive BIM/VDC leadership across complex projects. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, implement BIM execution plans, and ensure alignment with project timelines and standards.

The role demands strong leadership, stakeholder management, and a passion for digital construction. You will mentor junior staff, manage model audits, and promote adoption of advanced tools like 4D/5D simulations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading VDC/BIM initiatives on large projects.
• Knowledge of BIM standards and workflows (ISO 19650).
• Ability to mentor junior staff and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead VDC/BIM strategies across projects.
• Develop and enforce BEPs.
• Set modelling, coordination standards; oversee federated models.
• Mentor and manage BIM technicians and coordinators.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams; manage CDE and data integrity.
• Report BIM KPIs and project performance; drive digital delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-project management

ISO 19650 knowledge

Education

Construction Management

Engineering (Civil, Structural, MEP)

Architecture or related discipline

BIM/VDC certifications

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Solibri

BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud

Dynamo

Python

Synchro

CostX

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

• 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

• 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
• 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
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Design consultants
  • Contractors and subcontractors
  • Project managers and site teams
• Act as primary point of contact for all BIM-related queries
• 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
• 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
• 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.