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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

About Enterprise Capabilities  

Fundamental to our 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 professionals located across eight countries and 13 offices, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and size.

Job Description

Here, you will have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity 

AECOM is currently recruiting for the role of BIM Coordinator – Buildings, this position will execute buildings projects for Enterprise Capabilities. This position will offer a hybrid work schedule to include both office and remote work opportunities based from one of 4 office locations in South Africa.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • BIM Implementation Execution – execute the BIM Implementation strategy on complex international projects 
  • CDE Admin – provide CDE administration to project teams, manage permissions, complete model-setup in ACC/BIM360 and/or ProjectWise  
  • Multi-Discipline Coordination – lead and execute project coordination workflows, create federated model, condition model data as necessary, lead and execute clash detection on models, lead BIM coordination meetings and support project teams with project issue’s management using either ACC, BIM360, Navisworks or Revizto 
  • Information Management – coordinate smart object metadata and classification codes with asset information databases 
  • Technical Support – provide advanced guidance on 3D modelling and data management and oversee project teams using either the Bentley suite; OpenBridge, OpenRoads, OpenBuildings or the Autodesk suite; Civil 3D, InfraWorks, Revit. 
  • Scan-to-BIM - integrate Point Clouds in the project’s federated model dataset and implement the Scan-to-BIM workflow 
  • 4D Simulation – produce 4D construction simulations with Navisworks and/or Synchro or similar 
  • Content Creation – support the production and creation of smart object content libraries & templates (parametric Revit families, Revit templates etc,.) and support the maintenance of AECOM’s content management repositories (Content Catalogue/UNIFI) 
  • Collaboration – be an ambassador for collaboration with other BIM / Information Management team members from different Enterprise Capabilities offices (Spain, Poland, India, South Africa, Romania, etc). Drive consistency in standards and best practice approaches for BIM across regions 

 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Demonstrate a portfolio of building projects working as BIM Coordinator / modeller / documenter. 
  • Experience executing multi-discipline coordination, clash detection and issue management and an advanced user of any of the following: Autodesk Navisworks, Revizto, and/or ACC Model Coordination. 
  • Experience working with the ISO19650 framework and implementing required documentation in a project environment. 
  • Advanced knowledge and experience resolving model issues and conflicts in BIM Authoring software. 
  • Experience optimising workflows with Dynamo will be considered favourable. 
  • Technical design and construction delivery knowledge for Buildings disciplines. 
  • Experience working with Common Data Environments such as Autodesk Construction Cloud and Bentley ProjectWise. 
  • Communication - Fluent in English (oral and written), a team player and mentor, with exceptional interpersonal skills. 

Professional Qualifications: 

  • Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Design Technology or Construction Technology, or a related discipline project execution or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience. 
  • 5+ years of industry experience in the BIM and Digital Delivery field. 

Preferred Requirements:

  • International experience working with global project teams. Experience working on projects in any of the following: Australia, USA, Canada, UK, and Ireland, Middle East and/or Asia will be considered favourable. 

 

     

     

    Additional Information

    What we offer: 

    • BIM and Information Management position within Enterprise Capabilities Digital. 
    • Interface and collaborate with various regions. 
    • Opportunity to work with diverse teams from our offices around the globe. 
    • Competitive compensation. 
    • Great team culture and learning opportunities. 

    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 2024. 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. 

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    What You Should Know About BIM Coordinator - Buildings, AECOM

    Are you ready to take your career to the next level? At AECOM, we’re excited to welcome a BIM Coordinator - Buildings to our vibrant team in Johannesburg! As a BIM Coordinator, you'll be instrumental in executing high-profile building projects, leveraging your expertise in Building Information Modeling (BIM) to coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary workflows. This role provides you with a unique opportunity to find your work-life balance with a hybrid schedule, embracing both office and remote work. Your responsibilities will include the execution of BIM strategies on complex international projects and providing essential CDE administration. Not only will you manage permissions and complete model setup in cutting-edge environments like BIM360 and ProjectWise, but you'll also lead clash detection and support project teams with effective issue management across various BIM tools. We seek someone passionate about collaboration, who can engage with team members across the globe, ensuring consistency in BIM practices. Additionally, your technical support and guidance in 3D modeling using software like Revit and Navisworks will be invaluable. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to innovate with us at AECOM, this could be the perfect role for you to make a tangible impact and help us create a better world in the process!

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