BIM/GIS Manager

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks a senior BIM/GIS Manager to lead digital delivery on major building and hospitality projects. You will set BIM/GIS standards, supervise model coordination, and oversee information management to support on-site decision making.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure data quality, and drive CDE governance with GIS-based analysis and reporting for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher education in a relevant field and professional certifications preferred.
• Extensive experience in BIM/GIS across large construction or site supervision projects.
• Strong knowledge of BIM standards, GIS data management, and digital delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead BIM/GIS implementation and coordination across projects.
• Manage Common Data Environment (CDE) and information workflows.
• Coordinate model reviews and multidisciplinary coordination sessions.
• Ensure data quality, standards compliance, and timely deliverables.
• Mentor BIM coordinators and GIS specialists.

Skills

BIM coordination

GIS management

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

ArcGIS

CDE governance

leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Geomatics, GIS, Surveying, or related

Master's Degree in BIM Management, Digital Engineering, GIS, or related field

Certification in BIM/GIS or Information Management

Tools

BIM 360

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Navisworks

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

The BIM/GIS Manager will lead the implementation, management, and integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) throughout the construction supervision phase of major building and hospitality developments. The role is responsible for ensuring effective digital project delivery, model coordination, information management, spatial data integration, and compliance with project BIM and GIS standards to support efficient decision‑making and project execution.

Your role

BIM Management

• Develop and implement BIM Execution Plans (BEP) in accordance with client requirements and project objectives.
• Monitor contractor and consultant compliance with BIM standards, protocols, and information delivery requirements.
• Lead model review sessions and ensure multidisciplinary coordination of architectural, structural, MEP, and infrastructure models.
• Establish model quality control procedures to maintain data accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Oversee model updates and ensure timely incorporation of approved design changes and site modifications.

GIS Management

• Develop and maintain GIS databases to support project monitoring, planning, and asset information management.
• Integrate geospatial data from surveys, site investigations, utility networks, and project stakeholders into project GIS platforms.
• Ensure spatial data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project information management requirements.
• Support site supervision and project teams through GIS‑based analysis, mapping, and reporting tools.
• Coordinate development and maintenance of project geospatial records for future operations and asset management.

Digital Coordination and Information Management

• Establish project‑wide information management procedures to ensure effective collaboration among stakeholders.
• Manage Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms and oversee document and model control processes.
• Monitor information exchange workflows and ensure timely submission of BIM deliverables by project participants.
• Coordinate digital reviews to identify clashes, constructability concerns, and model discrepancies.
• Support project teams in utilizing digital technologies to improve project efficiency and communication.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure BIM and GIS deliverables comply with project specifications, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular audits of BIM models, GIS databases, and information management systems.
• Monitor adherence to approved project workflows, naming conventions, classification standards, and data structures.
• Verify the quality and completeness of submitted digital deliverables before acceptance.
• Identify non‑compliance issues and coordinate corrective actions with project stakeholders.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with Client representatives, consultants, contractors, surveyors, and project management teams on BIM and GIS matters.
• Facilitate BIM coordination meetings and technical workshops to address project information management requirements.
• Support multidisciplinary teams in resolving coordination conflicts and digital delivery challenges.
• Collaborate with project controls, engineering, construction, and asset management teams to enhance project reporting capabilities.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to BIM coordinators, GIS specialists, and project personnel.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on BIM implementation, GIS activities, model coordination status, and compliance performance.
• Maintain records of model reviews, clash detection reports, digital audits, and information management assessments.
• Monitor BIM and GIS key performance indicators and communicate progress to project management and clients.
• Review contractor BIM and GIS reports and verify the accuracy of submitted information.
• Ensure all digital project records are properly maintained and archived in accordance with project requirements.

Qualifications

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Geomatics, GIS, Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree in BIM Management, Digital Engineering, GIS, or a related field is preferred.
• Professional certification in BIM, GIS, Digital Engineering, or Information Management is highly desirable.
• Certification in Autodesk BIM solutions, Esri GIS platforms, or equivalent technologies is preferred.
• Membership in a recognized professional engineering, BIM, or GIS organization is advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 12-15 years of professional experience in BIM, GIS, digital engineering, or information management.
• Minimum 7 years of experience managing BIM and GIS functions on major construction or site supervision consultancy projects.
• Proven experience on large‑scale buildings, convention centers, hotels, resorts, and mixed‑use developments.
• Demonstrated experience in model coordination, Common Data Environment management, and digital project delivery.
• Previous GCC experience, particularly within Saudi Arabia, is highly desirable.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of BIM standards, information management principles, and digital project delivery methodologies.
• Extensive experience with Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud, ArcGIS, and related platforms.
• Thorough understanding of model coordination, clash detection, 4D planning, and digital asset information management.
• Experience in GIS database development, spatial analysis, geospatial data integration, and mapping applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, reporting platforms, and project collaboration systems.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced project environment.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax‑free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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