Chief BIM Modeller - Structures, Data Center
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About This Role
Company Description
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.
Job Description
Here is what you will be doing:
An expert user in Autodesk Revit Software (Buildings) or Bentley OpenBuildings who can model and produce drawings with limited supervision having the ability to create content writing in the structural discipline.
Act as BIM Lead Verifier and authors and ensures compliance with BIM Execution plan and BIM standards.
Proactively checks and coordinates project BIM models and deliverables to ensure they meet Client requirements and Industry Standards and project BIM Execution Plan
Independently checks the completeness & accuracy of work created by the team before review by the Senior Engineer or designated senior team member.
Initiates coordination strategy and reporting using Navisworks and other coordination software and supports the team through the delivery phase
Adopts creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks, undertakes appropriate research and develops documentation to support these solutions
Be the gatekeeper of all in-coming and out-going model and drawing information.
Manage submissions and ensure proper QA/QC protocols are implemented.
Ensure spatial coordination
Initiates and manages projects in BIM360
Contribute to AECOM global digital and innovation initiatives
Guiding and management of junior staff.
Organizes own and others work to achieve set deadlines
Keeps abreast of the latest software/ techniques to increase productivity
Qualifications
Here is what we are looking for:
Ability to fulfil all the above duties and responsibilities
Ability to work on multiple projects at once
Good technical knowledge of practice line discipline
Advanced understanding of the design process and interfaces between design disciplines
Computational skills – Dynamo / Grasshopper / Python
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Autodesk BIM 360, Navisworks, presentation software and working on projects in a BIM environment
Develops BIM content based on BIM modelling standards and as outlined in BEP
Expert knowledge of Industry BIM standards, processes, and general approaches
Expert knowledge to set up the configuration and administration of projects for respective discipline in Revit and AutoCAD
Advanced technical knowledge of concrete, steelwork, and reinforcement 3D modelling
Minimum 12 years’ experience in drawing / modelling of concrete and steel structures.
Minimum 7 years’ experience of relevant Revit modelling
BIM Qualification / Diploma / bachelor’s degree in civil / Structural Engineering
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and understand the importance of delivery and client satisfaction
Strong analytical, literacy and numerical skills
Good commercial awareness / risk management skills
Good planning and organizational skills
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
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 2025. 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.
State/Province: Gauteng
Business Group: DCS
Legal Entity: AECOM SA
Business Line: Building Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Operating Group: Group Support
Primary Location: ZA - Pretoria, 263A West Avenue, Cen
