Remote BIM Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work flexibility

Professional development & online cert

Global team access

Digital collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced BIM Manager for a fully remote position on a global client base. You will lead the strategic implementation of BIM standards, manage distributed teams, and drive digital construction initiatives across large-scale projects.

The role requires deep BIM expertise (Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC), strong leadership, and a track record with international BIM standards. Remote-first work with advanced collaboration tools and global partnerships is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of BIM management experience on large-scale projects.
• Expert proficiency in leading BIM software (e.g., Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC).
• Strong understanding of international BIM standards (e.g., ISO 19650).
• Experience in developing and managing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills, particularly in a virtual setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce BIM standards, protocols, and workflows for the organization.
• Coordinate BIM models from design through construction and handover.
• Provide technical leadership and support to project teams on BIM-related issues.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of BIM content libraries and standards.
• Conduct BIM training and capacity building for internal staff and external partners.
• Ensure data integrity and quality control of all BIM deliverables.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in BIM technology and advocate for their adoption.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to define BIM requirements and execution plans.
• Manage BIM software licenses and technical support.
• Facilitate virtual collaboration and communication among project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Presentation

Remote work

Data management

Interoperability

Dynamo scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

BIM 360/ACC

Dynamo

Job description

About the Role

This is a fully remote position for a highly experienced BIM Manager to join our client, a leading international architectural consultancy. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic implementation and management of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes across a variety of global projects. This role demands exceptional leadership, technical expertise in BIM software and workflows, and a deep understanding of digital construction technologies. You will be instrumental in driving efficiency, collaboration, and quality throughout the project lifecycle, working seamlessly with distributed project teams. As a remote-first role, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere, supported by robust digital collaboration tools and a company culture that thrives on virtual teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce BIM standards, protocols, and workflows for the organization.
• Manage and coordinate BIM models from design through to construction and handover stages.
• Provide technical leadership and support to project teams on BIM-related issues.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of BIM content libraries and standards.
• Conduct BIM training and capacity building for internal staff and external partners.
• Ensure data integrity and quality control of all BIM deliverables.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in BIM technology and advocate for their adoption.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to define BIM requirements and execution plans.
• Manage BIM software licenses and technical support.
• Facilitate virtual collaboration and communication among project teams.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in BIM management and implementation, with a proven track record on large-scale projects.
• Expert proficiency in leading BIM software (e.g., Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC).
• Strong understanding of international BIM standards (e.g., ISO 19650).
• Experience in developing and managing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills, particularly in a virtual setting.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Experience with data management and interoperability issues within BIM.
• Knowledge of computational design and scripting (e.g., Dynamo) is a plus.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive salary and the significant advantage of working remotely from anywhere.
• Our client provides comprehensive health benefits, a generous annual leave policy, and opportunities for continuous professional development through online courses and certifications.
• You will have access to state-of-the-art digital collaboration tools and be part of an innovative, global team.
• We foster a culture of trust and autonomy, empowering our remote employees to achieve their best work.
• Support for home office setup may also be provided.