Technical Support Engineer / Team Leader

MANITOU Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm is seeking a skilled BIM Coordinator to ensure successful implementation of Building Information Modelling processes on projects. This role involves leading interdisciplinary meetings, establishing coordination strategies, and maintaining adherence to project protocols. The ideal candidate will possess 5-10 years of experience in BIM coordination, excellent problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and collaboration, making a meaningful impact on engineering solutions across Africa.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of industry experience in BIM coordination required.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and advanced modelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly model coordination meetings and resolve interface issues.
• Establish BIM coordination strategy and ensure adherence to protocols.

Skills

BIM Coordination

Problem Solving

Advanced Modelling

Information Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in BIM, Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Navisworks

Autodesk Inventor

Bentley Suite

Plannerly

Solibri

Dynamo

Python

Job description

Rosebank - Johannesburg, GP ZA (Primary)

Description Zutari : Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience.

As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives.

Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Overview

The BIM Coordinator is a project specific role accountable for the successful implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes and standards on the project. This individual collaborates closely with the project team, Project Executive, and business unit BIM Manager to ensure the efficient and effective use of BIM technology and methodologies. The most senior BIM coordinator on a project typically acts as the BIM lead for the project.

Role Responsibilities

1. Organise and lead weekly interdisciplinary model coordination meetings to resolve interface issues and maintain consistent Level of Information Need (LOIN).
2. Establish project BIM coordination & collaboration strategy via workflow diagram (Zutmap), seek BIM manager sign off, communicate to all stakeholders, and implement.
3. Initiate and maintain cadence of model federation with all project stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely information exchange.
4. Own project implementation of the Zutari baseline LOIN, authoring templates and content libraries.
5. Capture improvements / expansion of the Zutari LOIN and feed back into LOIN library.
6. Capture improvements to or expansion of the Zutari baseline content library and feed back into data platform and content templates.
7. Co-develop (with the BIM Manager) the BEP / MIDP / TIDP / Scope Clarification, Capability / Capacity Assessments, information production methods & procedures, project information protocol and maintain these during project delivery.
8. Ensure ongoing project adherence to the BEP and EIRs via a planned audit schedule.
9. Evaluate and test BIM technologies / workflows as required by the project and ISO.
10. Identify opportunities for efficiency enhancement in the BIM process and implement.

Excellent communicator with 5 – 10 years industry experience in BIM coordination. Problem solver with advanced modelling, federation & information management skills. Strong knowledge of ISO and BS EN. Skilled in Autodesk (Revit, C3D, P3D, Navisworks, Inventor, ACC) and / or Bentley suite. Familiarity with Plannerly, Solibri, BIMcollab, Dynamo and Python desirable. Project management experience / BIM, engineering, architecture, or construction management degree advantageous.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.