BIM Lead

Job Description

Parsons is seeking an experienced BIM Lead to support design coordination, engineering review, and construction delivery on a major airfield development project. The role requires a strong engineering and BIM background with hands‑on experience coordinating cargo apron and airside infrastructure models across multiple disciplines.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary BIM models including civil, structural, architectural, MEP, AGL, and systems for airfield and cargo apron works
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• Ensure accurate integration of cargo apron pavements, utilities, lighting interfaces, and apron equipment foundations within the federated model.
• Manage model versions, updates, and data exchange in accordance with the BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
• Support engineering review by validating design intent through model‑based coordination and visualization.
• Review BIM models against approved drawings, specifications, and engineering requirements.
• Identify design conflicts, constructability issues, and interface risks, proposing coordinated solutions with engineering teams.
• Perform clash detection using Navisworks or equivalent tools, focusing on cargo apron utilities, drainage, electrical, and AGL interfaces.
• Prepare clash reports, track issues, and coordinate resolution with designers, contractors, and consultants.
• Ensure timely closure of BIM‑related technical queries.
• Provide BIM support during construction, assisting field teams with model‑based verification and sequencing.
• Coordinate incorporation of site changes, RFIs, and approved variations into BIM models.
• Ensure accurate development of as‑built models for cargo apron and airside infrastructure.
• Coordinate daily with engineers, designers, and construction teams to align BIM deliverables with project schedules.
• Participate in coordination meetings, engineering workshops, and progress reviews.
• Serve as the key BIM interface between contractors, consultants, and the project management team.
• Maintain BIM coordination logs, clash reports, and issue trackers.
• Prepare weekly BIM progress and coordination reports.
• Ensure compliance with project BIM standards, naming conventions, and data management protocols.
• Ensure BIM deliverables comply with project BIM standards, ISO 19650, and airport authority requirements.
• Support audits and reviews of BIM processes and deliverables.
• Promote best practices in BIM coordination and digital delivery.
• Guide and support BIM modelers and junior coordinators across disciplines.
• Promote collaborative working practices and continuous improvement in BIM processes.
• Support training initiatives and knowledge sharing within the BIM team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in BIM coordination on large infrastructure, airport, or airfield projects.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating cargo apron and airside BIM models across multiple disciplines.
• Proficiency in BIM software including Revit, Navisworks, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, construction sequencing, and design coordination.
• Experience with clash detection, issue management, and model‑based design review.
• Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple BIM work streams.
• Experience with BIM implementation for airfield pavements, utilities, and apron systems.
• Knowledge of 4D/5D BIM, digital twins, or asset information models.
• Certification in BIM or digital engineering (e.g., Autodesk, building SMART).
• Experience working to international standards such as ISO 19650.
• Experience on major airport cargo hub or logistics‑focused projects is an advantage.
• Fluency in written and spoken English;
  Arabic is an advantage.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.