BIM Manager - Civils

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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.

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

AECOM is currently recruiting for the role of BIM Manager – Civils, this position is responsible for managing the implementation of BIM and Information Management on civils 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 Strategy – develop BIM Implementation strategy & deliver complex international projects
• CDE Management – establish & administer the CDE & support efficient management of multi-stakeholder projects 
• Project Management – coordinate BIM execution & project delivery with project leadership 
• BIM Execution – create & maintain the project’s industry framework docs: BEP, MIDP, MPDT, appendices etc 
• Technical Support – establish data integrated workflows for civils projects & provide support, guidance & training to project teams 
• Digital Technology & Content Management – oversee the production of smart object content, templates & libraries in the context of the project, deploy the use of AECOM’s content management system (Autodesk Content Catalog/UNIFI) onto projects and manage the best practice use of digital technology for collaboration, coordination & delivery 
• Quality – establish & administer the digital quality assurance control procedures 
• Collaboration – be an ambassador for a global group working with AECOM region project teams, Enterprise Capabilities office disciplines & other Enterprise Capabilities Digital departments.

Minimum Requirements 

• Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 19650 framework and related BIM standards 
• Experience managing and delivering project information on multidisciplinary Civils projects with geographically dispersed teams 
• Experience delivering BIM data from Civil and Structural design and BIM software such as any of the following: Revit, Civil3D, InfraWorks, OpenRoads, OpenRail 
• Experience working and administering a Common Data Environment such as Autodesk Construction Cloud or Bentley ProjectWise  
• Experience executing multi-discipline coordination, clash detection and issue management and an advanced user of any of the following: Autodesk Navisworks, Revizto, ACC Model Coordination. 
• Strong background in technical production of 3D and 2D model deliverables for Civils projects, as well as civil structures and utilities 
• Visual programming – preferred, working knowledge of Dynamo, Bentley Generative Components and/or Grasshopper 
• Demonstratable a portfolio of BIM for Civils projects 

Minimum Requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 19650 framework and related BIM standards 
• Experience managing and delivering project information on multidisciplinary Buildings projects with geographically dispersed teams. 
• Experience delivering BIM data from Buildings design and BIM software such as any of the following: Revit, Civil3D, OpenBuildings  
• Experience working and administering a Common Data Environment such as Autodesk Construction Cloud and/or Bentley ProjectWise  
• Experience executing multi-discipline coordination, clash detection and issue management and an advanced user of any of the following: Autodesk Navisworks, Revizto, ACC Model Coordination. 
• Strong background in technical production of 3D and 2D model deliverables for Buildings projects. 
• Demonstratable a portfolio of BIM for Transportation projects 
• Communication - Fluent in English (oral and written), a team player and mentor, with exceptional interpersonal skills. 

Professional Qualifications: 

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Design Technology or Construction Technology, or a related discipline project execution or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience. 
• 10+ years of industry experience in the BIM and Digital Delivery field. Must have previous formal multidiscipline BIM Manager/Coordinator role experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Visual programming – preferred, working knowledge of Dynamo, Bentley Generative Components and/or Grasshopper 
• 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. 

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. 

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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. 

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