Model Manager

HDR; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Model Manager in Glasgow to lead the digital model environment for projects. The role requires managing deliverables, communicating with project teams, and ensuring optimal quality control.

Successful candidates will have at least 5 years of digital design experience and a technical degree. In addition to competitive pay, HDR promotes a culture of inclusion and offers excellent career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years digital design and 5 years digital delivery experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of building systems' discipline relations.
• Familiar with industry standards, discipline codes, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage digital model environment for project deliverables.
• Generate and maintain the Digital Delivery Plan.
• Provide technical support and communicate deliverable schedules.

Skills

3D design software

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Technical degree or relevant experience

Tools

BIM element authoring software

3D Coordination tools

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Model Manager

In this role, we’ll count on you to:

• Manage the digital model environment and deliverables for an entire project
• Have an advanced understanding of how all disciplines interact and how construction documents are produced
• Work directly with the Project Manager to generate and maintain the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP), while managing the deliverables outlined within
• Begin the project initiation procedure, establishing the server infrastructure, discipline models, and digital deliverables outlined in the project scope
• Execute digital deliverables and support production teams throughout the complete lifecycle of projects
• Provide technical support, while communicating the deliverable schedule to the project team
• Maintain quality, monitor the model health and coordination processes of the project, from the planning phase through issuance of construction documents
• Execute these tasks with minimal oversight by the Digital Delivery Leads and provide guidance to project team members
• Develop and maintain the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP)
• Establish the document management system and 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
• Monitor and maintain company standards and model health
• Host Digital Delivery coordination meetings with the project team to ensure optimal quality control through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes
• Communicate, coordinate, and compile all project digital deliverables and exchange processes at predetermined milestones
• Project archiving at submittals and closeout
• Engage in close and effective communication and presentations with HDR management, production staff, and clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing and using automation software products and procedures for design
• Experience in development and management of diverse teams
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years digital design (BIM element authoring) and 5 years digital delivery (model management) experience
• Comprehensive understanding of all discipline relations and operations of building systems
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• 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

What We Believe

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.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United Kingdom-England-London Other Locations: United Kingdom-Scotland-Glasgow, United Kingdom-England-Manchester Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Building Mechanical Job Posting: Jun 15, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.