Senior BIM Modeller - Mechanical, Data Centers

ATS Client; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

AECOM seeks a Senior BIM Modeller – Mechanical for Data Centers in Cape Town. You will perform BIM tasks across HVAC, Wet Services, Process and Fire using Revit, and coordinate within Autodesk BIM360/ACC. You will conduct self-checks, QA/QC, and uphold modelling standards while developing content.

Collaborating with the BIM Manager and teams, you’ll manage multiple projects, maintain filing systems, and continuously update skills, ensuring precision and best practices across disciplines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Mechanical Building services using Revit.
• 3+ years of experience in a BIM environment.
• Preferred certification in Revit.
• General understanding of integrated architectural and engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute BIM tasks across Mechanical Building Services including HVAC, Wet Services, Process, and Fire.
• Demonstrate expertise in Revit modelling.
• Conduct self-checks and clash avoidance.
• Operate on BIM360 or ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud).
• Collaborate with the BIM Manager to develop content and ensure adherence to standards.
• Conduct thorough Level 3 QA/QC checks on discipline models.
• Work autonomously, manage time, and prioritise tasks with minimal supervision.
• Interpret and comprehend construction documents proficiently.
• Adhere to project BIM Execution Plan and defined standards.
• Maintain and follow filing systems; develop components of the information model.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently and coordinate with other disciplines.

Skills

BIM modelling

Revit

Clash detection

QA/QC

Collaboration

Education

Mechanical built environment studies certification

Tools

Revit

BIM360 / ACC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior BIM Modeller – Mechanical, Data Centers

Based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Cape Town. This position supports local teams in South Africa and global teams. The role offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement accommodating both office and out‑of‑office schedules.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to AECOM's Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM's primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time‑zones, EC partners with regional and global business line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high‑quality, specialist services that help fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Proficiently execute BIM tasks across Mechanical Building Services disciplines, encompassing HVAC, Wet Services, Process, and Fire.
• Demonstrate expertise in Revit modelling within the aforementioned Mechanical Building Services.
• Conduct self‑checks, including clash avoidance with other services.
• Operate in the Autodesk collaboration platforms such as BIM360 or ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud).
• Eagerness to enhance skills and participate/contribute to training and upskilling sessions.
• Collaborate with the BIM Manager to develop content and ensure adherence to standards.
• Conduct thorough Level 3 QA/QC checks on discipline models.
• Work autonomously, effectively manage time, and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Interpret and comprehend construction documents proficiently.
• Demonstrate familiarity with design parameters specific to discipline requirements.
• Uphold AECOM's standard modelling practices and procedures.
• Maintain and follow AECOM and project‑specific filing systems.
• Adhere strictly to the project BIM Execution Plan, including defined standards.
• Create BIM content aligned with modelling standards.
• Take full ownership and accountability for assigned tasks.
• Ensure precision and excellence in discipline models.
• Develop components of the information model for specific tasks.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Foster collaboration and communication with other disciplines on coordination matters and shared model development.
• Contribute actively to both single and multidisciplinary projects as part of a team.
• Maintain awareness of safety and quality standards compliance, integrating them into the design process.
• Continuously update skills and knowledge to remain current with the latest innovations and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Mechanical Building services utilizing Revit, with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Preferred candidates will have a certification or qualification in Mechanical built environment studies.
• At least 3 years of experience in a BIM environment.
• Preferred certification in Revit.
• General understanding of integrated architectural and engineering practices.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.