Modeller- BIM, Piping - Data Center

Ramboll Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll India is seeking a Piping Modeller – BIM for Data Center projects in Chennai (preferred) with strong Revit MEP expertise. You will develop piping models, coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces, and produce construction drawings through IFC and construction support.

The role requires 6–10 years in BIM piping design, with data center experience preferred and a focus on clash-free, constructible deliverables across large campus projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 6 to 10 years of BIM piping design experience is expected.
• Experience on Data Center or mission-critical projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of piping layouts and coordination across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage BIM models for piping systems in Revit MEP.
• Coordinate with Architecture, Structural, HVAC, Electrical, and other disciplines.
• Prepare construction drawings, sections, isometrics, and schedules.
• Support site during construction with as-built reviews and clashes resolved.

Skills

BIM piping design

Multidisciplinary coordination

Communication

Clash detection & BIM coordination

Education

Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM Collaborate Pro

Dynamo

BIM 360

Microsoft Office

Job description

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Ramboll in India

Ramboll has more than 1800+ experts working across five offices in India applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

Job Location: Chennai (Preferred) | Mumbai | Gurugram | Noida

The Piping Modeller – BIM, Data Center will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and managing BIM models for complex piping systems on mission-critical Data Center projects. The role requires extensive expertise in Revit MEP, piping layouts, multidisciplinary BIM coordination, clash detection, construction documentation, and digital project delivery from Concept Design through IFC and Construction Support.

The modeller will work closely with Mechanical, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Architectural, Process and BIM teams to ensure coordinated, constructible, and clash‑free designs for hyperscale Data Centers.

This role is intended for a piping‑focused BIM modeller, not a mechanical designer. The ideal candidate should be capable of modelling and coordinating thousands of meters of complex piping systems in large hyperscale data center campuses while ensuring clash‑free, construction‑ready BIM deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:

• BIM Modelling & Digital Delivery- Develop and manage BIM models for piping systems using Autodesk Revit, prepare LOD 200–400 models, develop Revit families, maintain BIM standards, extract construction drawings and schedules, and ensure accurate digital delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
• Piping System Modelling- Model and coordinate Chilled Water Systems, Condenser Water Systems, Cooling Water Systems, District Cooling Networks, HVAC piping, Fire Protection piping, Wet Risers, Sprinkler Systems, Pre‑action Systems, Water Mist Systems, Clean Agent piping, Domestic Water Systems, Plumbing Systems, Drainage, Sewage, Storm Water, Fuel Oil Systems, Diesel Transfer Systems, Compressed Air Systems, Chemical piping and utility piping.
• Engineering Coordination- Coordinate piping systems with Architecture, Structural, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Protection, Plumbing, ELV, ICT, Security and Process disciplines, perform clash detection and resolution, participate in BIM coordination meetings, optimize routing, plant room layouts, pipe supports, maintenance clearances and construction sequencing.
• Construction Documentation- Prepare and review General Arrangement Drawings, Piping Layouts, Isometric Drawings, Sections, Details, Pipe Support Drawings, Equipment Layouts, Sleeves and Openings, BOQs, Material Schedules, IFC Drawings, Shop Drawings and As‑Built Models.
• Construction Support- Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, update BIM models during construction, coordinate with site teams, resolve installation issues, support prefabrication activities, verify as‑built conditions and assist commissioning teams.
• Quality Assurance- Ensure BIM accuracy, model integrity, LOD compliance, drawing quality, project standards, client BIM requirements, revision control, naming conventions and QA/QC compliance through regular model audits.
• Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6 to 10 years of experience in BIM piping design.
• Minimum 2 years of experience on Data Center or Mission Critical projects preferred.
• Technical Expertise -Strong experience in BIM modelling of piping systems for Data Centers, Industrial Plants, District Cooling Plants, Pharmaceutical Facilities, Semiconductor Facilities or Oil & Gas projects.
• Extensive knowledge of piping layouts, pipe routing, supports, equipment connections, plant room coordination, underground utilities, pipe sizing principles, constructability and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Software & Digital Capability- Autodesk Revit MEP (Expert), AutoCAD, Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), BIM Collaborate Pro, Dynamo (Preferred), BIM 360, Microsoft Office.
• Communication & Coordination- Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, participate in BIM coordination meetings, manage project priorities and work under demanding project schedules.

Good to Have (Strong Differentiators):

• Experience with hyperscale Data Centers (AWS, Google, Microsoft, Meta, Equinix, Digital Realty, AirTrunk, Nxtra, PDG).
• Knowledge of ASME B31 series, NFPA, NBC 2026, IS Codes, BIM ISO 19650 and Autodesk Certified Professional – Revit MEP.
• Experience in LOD 400 modelling, BIM execution planning, prefabrication modelling, laser scan integration and construction sequencing.

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Be valued for the unique person you are.
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
• The long‑term thinking of a foundation‑owned company

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do

We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

I’m an early career talent

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