Senior) BIM Specialist

Reading - Reading, GB-RDG RG1 1LX
GB (Primary)

Travel

Job Type

Full Time

Category

CAD/CGI/BIM/Revit

Job Description

(Senior) BIM Specialist

Reading

About us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes.

We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

About the role

We have a new opportunity for a BIM Specialist to join our team in Reading.

At Hoare Lea, BIM is a valued discipline and a driver of innovation.

Our BIM teams work closely with engineers, consultants and project stakeholders to develop accurate models, coordinate building services and support successful project delivery.

This is a hands-on role, combining BIM modelling, multidisciplinary coordination and project delivery support. You will work on projects from concept through to tender, taking responsibility for elements of the modelling and coordination process while also supporting the wider project team.

The role would suit someone who enjoys working directly in Revit and other BIM platforms, contributing to model development, resolving coordination issues and helping project teams deliver high-quality information. You will also have the opportunity to support junior colleagues and contribute to internal BIM discussions and processes.

In this role, you can expect to:

• Undertake BIM modelling using Revit and other relevant tools.
• Develop and update building services models in line with project requirements and design information.
• Coordinate building services systems with architectural, structural and other specialist disciplines.
• Review models, identify clashes and support the resolution of coordination issues.
• Produce and review high-quality project deliverables in line with graphical and industry standards.
• Monitor model quality and information, ensuring that models remain accurate, coordinated and fit for purpose.
• Prepare and contribute to clash reports, coordination reviews and project actions.
• Attend and contribute to internal BIM, design and coordination meetings.
• Support external BIM and clash detection meetings with clients, consultants and project partners.
• Work closely with engineers and project teams to understand design requirements and translate them into coordinated models.
• Review BIM documentation, including BIM Execution Plans, and support the team in following agreed project processes.
• Assist with COBie, asset data input and parameter management where required.
• Help identify and resolve gaps or inconsistencies in project information.
• Support the…