BIM Manager

Smitech Engineering Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Smitech Engineering Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking an experienced BIM Lead to establish and manage BIM workflows, BEP, CDE, and quality standards across M&E projects. You will coordinate multi-disciplinary models, run clash detections, and drive high-quality deliverables on complex infrastructure and building projects.

You will lead and mentor BIM teams, standardize libraries and templates, and participate in coordination meetings with main contractors, consultants, and public agencies such as

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical/Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• 5–8 years BIM modeling and coordination in the Singapore construction industry (M&E/MEP).
• Minimum 2–3 years in lead or supervisory roles (Senior/Lead BIM Coordinator or Assistant BIM Manager).
• LTA project experience with BIM requirements for MRT, depot, or road/tunnel projects preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit (MEP), Navisworks Manage, AutoCAD, and BIM 360/ACC.
• Knowledge of Singapore BIM/VDC guidelines and authority submission standards.
• Certifications in BIM/VDC (BCA Academy Specialist Diploma or ACP) a strong plus.
• Leadership, communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage BIM workflows, BEP, modeling protocols, and CDE for new and ongoing M&E projects.
• Lead integration and spatial coordination of 3D M&E models; perform clash detection and resolve interface issues with site and contractors.
• Guide, mentor, and supervise BIM Coordinators and Modelers; standardize BIM libraries, templates, naming conventions, and QC procedures.
• Represent Smitech in BIM coordination meetings with contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and clients (including LTA/Public Agencies).
• Ensure BIM deliverables comply with BCA, LTA BIM/VDC standards, PUB, and CONQUAS; oversee final as-built model submissions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Engineering degree or diploma (Mech/Elec/Civil)

Tools

Revit (MEP)

Navisworks Manage

AutoCAD

BIM 360/ACC

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Establish & Manage BIM Workflows: Develop, implement, and maintain the BIM Execution Plan (BEP), modeling protocols, and Common Data Environment (CDE) for new and ongoing M&E infrastructure and building projects.
• M&E Model Coordination & Clash Resolution: Lead the integration and spatial coordination of 3D M&E models (HVAC, Electrical, Fire Protection, Plumbing, ELV). Conduct clash detection using Navisworks Manage or Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and resolve complex trade interface issues with site personnel, main contractors, and consultants.
• Team Leadership & Standards: Guide, mentor, and supervise BIM Coordinators and Modelers. Standardize company BIM libraries, Revit templates, naming conventions, and quality control procedures across all trade packages.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Represent Smitech in BIM coordination meetings with Main Contractors, Consultants, Subcontractors, and Clients (including LTA / Public Agencies) to present 3D models and resolve site construction clashes.
• Authority Submissions & Close-Out: Ensure BIM deliverables comply strictly with BCA, LTA (including LTA BIM / VDC standards and asset tagging), PUB, and CONQUAS requirements. Oversee final as-built BIM model submissions for project handover.

Requirements

• Education: Polytechnic Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering.
• 5 to 8 years of hands-on BIM modeling and coordination experience in the Singapore construction industry, specifically within M&E / MEP building services.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years in a lead or supervisory capacity (e.g., Senior BIM Coordinator, Lead BIM Coordinator, or Assistant BIM Manager).
• LTA Project Experience: Prior experience delivering BIM requirements for Land Transport Authority (LTA)infrastructure, MRT stations, depot, or road/tunnel projects is highly preferred.
• Software Proficiency: Strong hands-on proficiency in Autodesk Revit (MEP), Navisworks Manage, AutoCAD, and BIM 360 / ACC.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of M&E site installation, spatial constraints, containment routes, and cross-trade interface coordination.
• Strong familiarity with Singapore BIM / VDC guidelines, LTA BIM submission standards, and authority submission requirements.
• Certifications (Advantage): Specialist Diploma in BIM / VDC from BCA Academy or Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) is a strong plus.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently to build up BIM processes from the ground up in a fast-paced environment.