Remote BIM Architect - Infrastructure Projects

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 680,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Comprehensive health and wellness

Flexible remote work

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled BIM Architect to join a leading engineering and design consultancy on a fully remote basis. You will develop and implement BIM strategies, establish standards, and provide technical leadership to ensure successful BIM integration across infrastructure projects.

Work with multidisciplinary teams to create detailed BIM models (Revit, Navisworks, Civil 3D), run clash detection, and generate documentation and visualizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in architectural or engineering design with BIM focus.
• Experience with Revit, Navisworks, Civil 3D and ISO 19650.
• Experience developing and managing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Strong communication and remote-work capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement BIM execution plans for complex infrastructure projects.
• Establish and maintain BIM standards, workflows, and protocols.
• Create and manage detailed BIM models for roads, bridges, utilities, etc.
• Facilitate clash detection and resolution between discipline models.
• Collaborate with engineers, PMs, and stakeholders for BIM integration.
• Provide technical support and training on BIM software and processes.
• Conduct QA checks on BIM models and data.
• Generate project documentation and visualizations from BIM models.
• Stay current with BIM tech and methodologies.
• Contribute to continuous BIM capability improvement.

Skills

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent engineering and design consultancy specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced BIM Architect to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role is critical in leveraging Building Information Modeling (BIM) to enhance design coordination, improve project delivery efficiency, and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. You will be responsible for developing and implementing BIM strategies, establishing standards, and providing technical expertise to ensure the successful integration of BIM throughout the project lifecycle. As this is a remote-first position, you must be a proactive, self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a virtual environment. You will contribute to a wide range of impactful infrastructure projects, playing a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable solutions. If you are an expert in BIM and passionate about its application in infrastructure, this remote opportunity is an excellent fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement BIM execution plans for complex infrastructure projects.
• Establish and maintain BIM standards, workflows, and protocols.
• Create and manage detailed BIM models for various infrastructure elements (e.g., roads, bridges, utilities).
• Facilitate clash detection and resolution between different discipline models (architectural, structural, MEP, civil).
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless BIM integration.
• Provide technical support and training on BIM software and processes to project teams.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on BIM models and data.
• Generate project documentation, reports, and visualizations from BIM models.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in BIM technology and methodologies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's BIM capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in architectural or engineering design, with a strong focus on BIM implementation.
• Proven expertise in using BIM software such as Revit, Navisworks, and Civil 3D.
• Deep understanding of BIM standards (e.g., ISO 19650) and their application in infrastructure projects.
• Experience in developing and managing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Strong knowledge of various infrastructure project types and their specific BIM requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with data management and interoperability within BIM environments.
• Professional certifications in BIM are highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible remote working arrangements, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Generous annual leave.
• Professional development opportunities and access to specialized training.
• Opportunity to work on significant national and international infrastructure projects.
• Access to leading BIM software and technology.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation and remote contribution.