Senior Bim Modeller - Structures, Data Center

Aecom; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced BIM Specialist in Gauteng, South Africa, to model and coordinate drawings using Revit or Bentley tools. The role requires ensuring deliverables meet client requirements and industry standards, with BIM360 project management and coordination across disciplines.

The successful candidate will leverage Dynamo, Grasshopper, and Python for automation, while maintaining high collaboration with senior engineers to meet deadlines and project goals.

Qualifications

• Ability to fulfil all the above duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once.
• Good technical knowledge of practice line discipline.
• Understanding of the design process and interfaces between design disciplines.
• Knowledge of Industry BIM standards, processes, and general approaches.
• Knowledge to set up the configuration and administration of projects for respective discipline in Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• An experienced user in Autodesk Revit Software (Buildings) or Bentley OpenBuildings / Microstation who can model and produce drawings with limited supervision.
• Checks and coordinates project BIM models and deliverables to ensure they meet Client requirements and Industry Standards and project BIM Execution Plan.
• Checks the completeness & accuracy of your work before review by the Senior Engineer or designated senior team member.
• Follow coordination strategy and reporting using Navisworks and other coordination software and supports the team through the delivery phase.
• Adopts creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks, undertakes appropriate research, and develops documentation to support these solutions.
• Assist with the management and coordination of all in-coming and out-going model and drawing information.
• Manages projects in BIM360.
• Organizes own and others work to achieve set deadlines.
• Keeps abreast of the latest software/ techniques to increase productivity.

Education

BIM Qualification / Diploma / bachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to work under pressure and understand the importance of delivery and client satisfaction

Strong analytical, literacy and numerical skills

Good planning and organizational skills

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk BIM 360

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Dynamo

Grasshopper

Python

Job description

• An experienced user in Autodesk Revit Software (Buildings) or Bentley OpenBuildings / Microstation who can model and produce drawings with limited supervision
• Checks and coordinates project BIM models and deliverables to ensure they meet Client requirements and Industry Standards and project BIM Execution Plan
• Checks the completeness & accuracy of your work before review by the Senior Engineer or designated senior team member.
• Follow coordination strategy and reporting using Navisworks and other coordination software and supports the team through the delivery phase
• Adopts creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks, undertakes appropriate research, and develops documentation to support these solutions
• Assist with the management and coordination of all in-coming and out-going model and drawing information.
• ·Manages projects in BIM360
• Organizes own and others work to achieve set deadlines
• Keeps abreast of the latest software/ techniques to increase productivity

Qualifications

• Ability to fulfil all the above duties and responsibilities
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once
• Good technical knowledge of practice line discipline
• Understanding of the design process and interfaces between design disciplines
• Computational skills – Dynamo / Grasshopper / Python
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Autodesk BIM 360, Navisworks, presentation software and working on projects in a BIM environment
• Develops BIM content based on BIM modelling standards and as outlined in BEP
• Knowledge of Industry BIM standards, processes, and general approaches
• Knowledge to set up the configuration and administration of projects for respective discipline in Revit and AutoCAD
• Technical knowledge of concrete, steelwork, and reinforcement 3D modelling
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of relevant Revit modelling
• BIM Qualification / Diploma / bachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural Engineering
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and understand the importance of delivery and client satisfaction
• Strong analytical, literacy and numerical skills
• Good planning and organizational skills

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, 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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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.