Senior Civil 3D BIM Modeller

Arup; Amsterdam, Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Profit-sharing programme

Global opportunities and assignments

Well-being programs and sports subsidy

Job summary

Arup in the Netherlands seeks a Senior Civil 3D BIM Modeller to drive civil engineering and digital-delivery capabilities. You will develop Civil 3D/BIM models across grading, roads, drainage, and utilities for complex site-development projects including data centres, industrial facilities, logistics, and healthcare.

The role can be Amsterdam or Utrecht with hybrid working 2–3 days in the office. You will coordinate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams and contribute to BIM standards and

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in civil infrastructure or site development projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and strong AutoCAD skills.
• Experience modelling grading, earthworks, roads, drainage and underground utilities.
• Experience producing detailed-design and construction documentation.
• Strong multidisciplinary BIM coordination and clash-detection capability.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Civil 3D models for site grading, earthworks, roads, drainage, foul sewer networks and underground utilities.
• Coordinate plot levels, finished floor levels, utility corridors and related civil structures.
• Produce BIM-compliant models and drawings per BIM Execution Plans.
• Prepare general arrangement drawings, drainage plans and profiles, utility layouts, earthworks drawings and road-setting-out information.
• Coordinate civil models with architectural, structural and MEP disciplines.
• Participate in clash detection, multidisciplinary model reviews and QA processes.
• Support Common Data Environment processes and help improve BIM standards and workflows.
• Contribute to permit, tender and construction documentation for complex multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

8–10 years experience

Multidisciplinary collaboration

BIM coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM Collaborate Pro

InfraWorks

Revit

Job description

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in the Netherlands.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Civil 3D BIM Modeller to help develop our civil engineering and digital-delivery capability in the Netherlands. You will work on complex site-development projects across sectors such as data centres, industrial facilities, logistics, science and technology, commercial developments and healthcare. Working closely with civil engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you will create and coordinate Civil 3D and BIM models covering grading, earthworks, roads, drainage and underground utilities. This is a new position offering the opportunity to help shape modelling standards, workflows and ways of working within a growing team.

The role can be based in Amsterdam or Utrecht. Other locations in the Netherlands may be considered depending on the candidate profile. Hybrid working is available, typically with 2-3 days in the office.

As a Senior Civil 3D BIM Modeller at Arup, you will:

• Develop and maintain Civil 3D models for site grading, earthworks, roads, drainage, foul sewer networks and underground utilities.
• Coordinate plot levels, finished floor levels, utility corridors and associated civil structures.
• Produce BIM-compliant models and drawings in line with project BIM Execution Plans.
• Prepare general arrangement drawings, drainage plans and profiles, utility layouts, earthworks drawings and road-setting-out information.
• Coordinate civil models with architectural, structural and MEP disciplines.
• Participate in clash detection, multidisciplinary model reviews and quality-assurance processes.
• Support Common Data Environment processes and help improve BIM standards, modelling workflows and automated drawing production.
• Contribute to permit, tender and construction documentation for complex multidisciplinary projects

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about practical, sustainable BIM modelling and enjoys turning multidisciplinary challenges into coordinated engineering solutions.

Experience with Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM Collaborate Pro, InfraWorks or Revit would be beneficial. Knowledge of Dutch standards and practices, including RD New, NAP, CROW guidance, RAW specifications and local utility coordination, would also be an advantage. Experience on data-centre, industrial or logistics developments is especially welcome.

We also value:

• Experience in civil infrastructure or site-development projects, ideally around 8 to 10 years
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and strong AutoCAD skills.
• Practical experience modelling grading, earthworks, roads, drainage and underground utility networks.
• Experience producing detailed-design and construction documentation.
• Strong multidisciplinary BIM coordination and clash-detection capability.
• A diploma, degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.

Confidence working collaboratively with civil engineers, architects, structural engineers and MEP specialists.

At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future. Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.

Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.

Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.

Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance.We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

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