Lead Structural BIM Modeler

Arup; Balik Pulau; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Job summary

Arup is seeking a CAD Technician to provide technical drafting support for Hydraulic and Public Health services, with a focus on sanitary plumbing, cold water and mechanical systems, based in Penang, Malaysia.

You will lead structural BIM modelling, produce high-quality models and drawings, coordinate with engineers, apply BIM Execution Plans, and mentor junior team members as part of our collaborative, values-driven approach.

Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant BIM experience in structural design, detailing and coordination.
• Advanced structural modelling and drawing production skills, with proficiency in Revit, Navisworks and BIM collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with clash detection, BIM Execution Plans and QA/QC processes.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams on medium to large projects.
• Strong ownership, attention to detail and communication skills, with the ability to lead model packages and support junior team members.
• Willingness to be based in Penang, Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural BIM modelling activities for assigned project packages or zones, translating engineering concepts into coordinated models.
• Produce accurate, high-quality structural models, drawings and details in accordance with Arup’s Revit standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers and other disciplines to resolve clashes and support effective cross-discipline model integration.
• Apply BIM Execution Plan requirements and QA/QC processes, reviewing drawing sets before submission.
• Support the BIM Lead in maintaining model health, organising worksets and planning modelling activities.
• Proactively identify and communicate modelling issues while providing guidance and mentoring to junior team members.

Skills

BIM modelling

Revit

Navisworks

Coordination

Clash detection

QA/QC

Mentoring

Model package leadership

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

BIM collaboration tools

Job description

Arup is seeking a CAD Technician to provide technical drafting support for Hydraulic and Public Health services, with a focus on sanitary plumbing, cold water and mechanical systems, based in Penang, Malaysia.

You will lead structural BIM modelling, produce high-quality models and drawings, coordinate with engineers, apply BIM Execution Plans, and mentor junior team members as part of our collaborative, values-driven approach.