Remote Architectural BIM Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Health plan contributions

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks a skilled Architectural BIM Specialist to join a distributed, fully remote architectural practice operating across South Africa. You will develop, manage, and optimize BIM models and support project teams with BEPs, standards, and data extraction.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in BIM, strong Revit/Navisworks expertise, and a proactive approach to adopting new BIM technologies in a remote team context.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with BIM software, particularly Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of BIM principles, standards, and workflows (e.g., ISO 19650).
• Proficiency in clash detection and coordination processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate in a remote team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the South African construction industry is an advantage.
• A proactive approach to learning and adopting new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain accurate and coordinated BIM models for architectural projects.
• Ensure BIM models comply with project requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Perform clash detection and coordination using Navisworks or similar software, and facilitate resolution of detected clashes.
• Create and manage BIM content libraries, including families, templates, and standards.
• Provide technical support and training to project teams on BIM software and workflows.
• Generate BIM reports, including progress updates, clash summaries, and data extraction.
• Assist in the development and implementation of BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Collaborate effectively with architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders in a remote setting.
• Stay current with advancements in BIM technology and recommend improvements to workflows and processes.
• Ensure the quality and consistency of BIM data across all project deliverables.

Skills

BIM coordination

Communication

Remote work

Education

Architecture degree

Architectural Technology qualification

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a skilled and proactive Architectural BIM Specialist to join a collaborative and innovative architectural practice operating entirely remotely. This role is perfect for a BIM expert who thrives in a distributed work environment and is passionate about leveraging Building Information Modeling to enhance design and construction processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing BIM models, ensuring data integrity, and supporting project teams with BIM-related queries and solutions. Working from any location within South Africa , you will play a key role in delivering high-quality architectural projects efficiently. Our client is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of digital design and fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain accurate and coordinated BIM models for architectural projects.
• Ensure BIM models comply with project requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Perform clash detection and coordination using Navisworks or similar software, and facilitate resolution of detected clashes.
• Create and manage BIM content libraries, including families, templates, and standards.
• Provide technical support and training to project teams on BIM software and workflows.
• Generate BIM reports, including progress updates, clash summaries, and data extraction.
• Assist in the development and implementation of BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Collaborate effectively with architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders in a remote setting.
• Stay current with advancements in BIM technology and recommend improvements to workflows and processes.
• Ensure the quality and consistency of BIM data across all project deliverables.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with BIM software, particularly Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of BIM principles, standards, and workflows (e.g., ISO 19650).
• Proficiency in clash detection and coordination processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate successfully in a remote team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the South African construction industry is an advantage.
• A proactive approach to learning and adopting new technologies.

Benefits

• This position offers the significant advantage of being fully remote, allowing you to work from home anywhere in South Africa .
• Our client provides a competitive salary, reflecting your expertise and contribution.
• Additional benefits include contributions towards a health plan and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• The company prioritizes professional development, offering access to online courses, virtual workshops, and resources to stay at the forefront of BIM technology.
• You will join a supportive and innovative remote team environment where collaboration and continuous learning are highly valued.
• This role offers an excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge architectural projects.