Remote Lead BIM Architect — Drive Digital Construction

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote working arrangement

Competitive salary and bonuses

Access to cutting-edge technology and/

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead BIM Architect for a fully remote position, ideally near Tembisa, Gauteng, but open to candidates across ZA. The role leads BIM strategy, models, standards, and team mentoring, collaborating with clients and engineers to deliver integrated digital solutions.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Architecture, SACAP credentials, and 10+ years in architecture with a strong BIM track record, including Revit, Navisworks, and Solibri proficiency.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture; SACAP registration preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience, with at least 5 years in advanced BIM implementation and management.
• In-depth knowledge of BIM software and data exchange standards (IFC).
• Proven leadership and remote collaboration capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage BIM strategies and workflows for architectural projects.
• Lead a team of BIM specialists and architects in creating and maintaining BIM models.
• Establish BIM standards, protocols, and best practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors for BIM integration.
• Provide training and technical support to project teams on BIM software and processes.
• Evaluate new BIM technologies to enhance productivity.
• Oversee federated models and clash detection processes.
• Contribute to architectural design using BIM for visualization and analysis.
• Stay updated on digital construction trends.

Skills

BIM leadership

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder management

Architectural experience

Dynamo/Grasshopper knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Solibri

Dynamo

Grasshopper

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead BIM Architect for a fully remote position, ideally near Tembisa, Gauteng, but open to candidates across ZA. The role leads BIM strategy, models, standards, and team mentoring, collaborating with clients and engineers to deliver integrated digital solutions.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Architecture, SACAP credentials, and 10+ years in architecture with a strong BIM track record, including Revit, Navisworks, and Solibri proficiency.