Remote BIM Architect - Digital Design Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Retirement fund

Medical aid (optional)

Digital training resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote BIM Architect specializing in Digital Design to join their innovative team. The role supports design teams in creating data-rich BIM models, ensuring accuracy and seamless collaboration across national projects in SA.

You will drive BIM standards, work remotely from anywhere in South Africa, and collaborate with project managers, architects, and consultants on high-profile projects from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional architectural design experience with a BIM focus.
• Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
• Solid understanding of BIM Level 2 or Level 3 standards and workflows.
• Experience with parametric design tools (e.g., Dynamo, Grasshopper) is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex BIM issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote working environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage BIM standards, protocols, and workflows for architectural projects.
• Create and maintain complex BIM models, ensuring data integrity and adherence to project requirements.
• Provide technical support and training to design teams on BIM software and best practices.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and consultants to integrate BIM models and resolve design clashes.
• Develop and manage content libraries for families, templates, and project standards.
• Explore and implement new digital design tools and technologies to enhance design processes.
• Facilitate virtual collaboration sessions and ensure effective communication among remote team members.
• Assist in the development of digital documentation and information management strategies.

Skills

BIM implementation

Revit

Navisworks

Dynamo

Grasshopper

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Navisworks

Dynamo

Grasshopper

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive architectural practice with a national presence, is seeking a highly skilled Remote BIM Architect specializing in Digital Design to join their innovative team. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa . You will be instrumental in driving the adoption and advancement of Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows across diverse architectural projects. Your expertise will support design teams in creating complex, data-rich models, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and seamless collaboration in a digital environment. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of BIM principles, advanced modeling techniques, and a passion for digital transformation in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. You will contribute to high-profile projects from conception through to completion, working with a team that embraces cutting-edge technology and remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage BIM standards, protocols, and workflows for architectural projects.
• Create and maintain complex BIM models, ensuring data integrity and adherence to project requirements.
• Provide technical support and training to design teams on BIM software and best practices.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and consultants to integrate BIM models and resolve design clashes.
• Develop and manage content libraries for families, templates, and project standards.
• Explore and implement new digital design tools and technologies to enhance design processes.
• Facilitate virtual collaboration sessions and ensure effective communication among remote team members.
• Assist in the development of digital documentation and information management strategies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in architectural design with a strong focus on BIM implementation and management.
• Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
• Solid understanding of BIM Level 2 or Level 3 standards and workflows.
• Experience with parametric design tools (e.g., Dynamo, Grasshopper) is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex BIM issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote working environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering exceptional work-life balance.
• Competitive salary package reflecting advanced BIM expertise.
• Opportunity to work on significant national and international projects remotely.
• Continuous learning opportunities and access to digital training resources.
• Contribution to retirement fund and optional medical aid scheme.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company that prioritizes digital innovation.