Senior Associate BIM

Mott MacDonald; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Employee pension contributions match

Flexible holiday options

Enhanced family leave policies

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Associate BIM responsible for implementing and managing Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes tailored to project requirements in the UK. You will ensure accurate and coordinated digital models that support complex building design and construction while satisfying regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will lead BIM management on projects, working closely with various disciplines to deliver high-quality BIM models, uphold standards, and innovate in BIM technology.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience leading BIM management on large building projects.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and BIM 360.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage Building Information Modelling processes.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure model integration.
• Lead teams on BIM model management and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

BIM Management

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

BIM 360/ACC

IFC and COBie

Education

BIM / Information management certification

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

BIM 360/ACC

Solibri

Job description

Location

Manchester, London, Sheffield, Leeds, UK

Overview of the Role

The Senior Associate BIM is responsible for implementing and managing Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes tailored to Mott MacDonald project requirements. This role ensures accurate, compliant, and coordinated digital models that support the design and construction of complex buildings whilst satisfying regulatory requirements, applicable standards, and providing information that supports standardisation and industrialisation objectives.

Reporting to the Design Manager, the Senior Associate BIM will work closely across disciplines to ensure the delivery of accurate, coordinated and efficient project information, helping teams work together seamlessly and supporting the delivery of high‑quality BIM models. In support of Technical Assurance processes, the Senior Associate – BIM will also support the review and assurance of BIM projects. They will also contribute to the continuous progression of BIM technology, including ownership of the MEP Revit template, and progression of new incentives to enhance productivity and integrate new technologies such as AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of industry specific BIM and information management standards
• Develop and implement BIM protocols aligned with regulations (e.g. Healthcare, HTM, HBN, NHS standards, or local equivalents) and multi‑disciplinary projects as required
• Work with design teams to ensure models are developed in accordance with industry and project specific standards
• Lead BIM execution plans production and implementation for Mott MacDonald projects
• Coordinate with architects, engineering teams and other stakeholders to ensure the accurate integration of discipline specific models to remove potential clashes and provide technically excellent design products
• Lead the teams on BIM model management and compliance, performing audits as models are developed
• Validate models for compliance with healthcare design guidelines and statutory requirements prior to issue
• Perform clash detection for critical systems (e.g., HVAC for isolation rooms, medical gas lines, multi‑disciplinary MEP / structural / architecture, etc.)
• Manage asset data to support industrialisation and standardisation objectives together with the future facilities management and lifecycle planning of the assets (e.g., COBie data for healthcare assets)
• Support digital handover of BIM models and information exchanges on Mott MacDonald projects
• Provide training & support to the team on the topic of BIM management
• Support the Technical Assurance and Design teams in the review and assurance of BIM models where appropriate across all disciplines
• Train project teams on healthcare‑specific or other BIM workflows and tools
• Act as the BIM subject matter expert for the Technical Services team
• Explore integration with Internet of Things (IoT) and smart technologies
• Occasional travel within the UK, as required to attend meetings.

Candidate Specification

Essential

• Demonstrable experience leading BIM management on large/complex building projects
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC
• Proficiency in creating IFC and COBie
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience in BIM management on healthcare, defence, Ministry of Justice or data centre projects
• Strong understanding of healthcare facility design and programmes of standardisation
• A passion and commitment to improving healthcare
• Proficiency in Solibri and healthcare‑specific BIM standards
• BIM / Information management certification
• Autodesk Certified Professional

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future.

Agile Working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well‑being, flexibility and trust.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Benefits

Financial well‑being

• We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance equal up to 4× your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6× your salary.
• Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long‑term illness or injury.
• Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
• As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long‑term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.
• For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one.

Health and well‑being

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan to support you with every‑day health costs and treatments.
• Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
• A variety of well‑being support is available through our comprehensive well‑being programme, including access for you and your family.
• Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.

Lifestyle

• A minimum of 33‑35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
• Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
• Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high‑street retailers.

Enhanced family and carers leave

• Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
• Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
• Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.

Learning and development

• Primary annual professional institution subscription.
• A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training and self‑development options.

Networks, communities and social outcomes

• Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability and parents/carers communities.
• Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes.