BIM Modeler

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Africa faces unprecedented population growth alongside increasing urbanisation and climate volatility. These pressures demand integrated, future-focused civil engineering solutions that balance technical rigour with environmental stewardship and social impact. In response, Arup are broadening our agile, digitally enabled Civil Engineering capability in South Africa, connected to Arup’s global expertise and grounded in local context.

We exist to shape a better world – and we do so by bringing together imagination, technical excellence, and a deep sense of responsibility to people and planet.

We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and technical specialists, working across every aspect of the built environment. In South Africa and across the African continent, civil engineering sits at the heart of society’s most urgent challenges – from resilient infrastructure and sustainable water systems to climate adaptation, urban growth, and social equity.

With offices in Cape Town (est.
1965), Durban (est.
1958) and Johannesburg (est.
1954), you will work alongside established multidisciplinary teams with diverse industry knowledge, united by a shared commitment to people, excellence, influence, digital innovation, and sustainability. We are excited about the energy, perspectives, skills, and leadership you could bring.

Join Arup's growing MEPF team and help shape the future of digital delivery within the built environment. We are seeking BIM Modellers who are passionate about technology, 3D modelling and collaborative design.

In this role, you will work alongside engineers, designers and digital delivery specialists to develop and coordinate BIM models across a diverse portfolio of projects. Our work spans a variety of sectors including data centres, healthcare, commercial developments, hospitality, transport infrastructure and other complex building projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build a long-term career in BIM, digital engineering and multidisciplinary project delivery within a globally recognised consultancy.

• Develop and coordinate BIM models across Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire disciplines.
• Produce accurate 3D models and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver coordinated design solutions.
• Support the delivery of projects through effective model development and coordination.
• Apply BIM best practice and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work across a variety of building projects and sectors.

• 2 to 5 years' BIM modelling experience.
• Proficiency in Revit and other BIM software.
• Experience working within engineering, architectural or construction environments.
• Strong 3D modelling and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Passion for digital engineering, BIM and technology.
• Experience with in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing or Fire engineering projects.
• Architectural modelling experience.

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.

An environment that will give you freedom to design with a purpose, focus on your skills to deliver quality work to your clients, opportunity to learn…