BIM Lead

BIM Lead – Data Centre
Location: Blyth, Northumberland, UK
Sector: Data Centres | Mission Critical | Construction | BIM
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: £85,000–£95,000 + Accommodation + Rotation + £160 Tax Free Living Allowance per Week
Working Pattern: Site-based / Rotational
Start: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an experienced BIM Lead to join a major data centre project in Blyth, Northumberland.

The successful candidate will take overall responsibility for BIM delivery across the project, managing a team of BIM Coordinators and Technicians while working closely with the site team, subcontractors, engineers, package managers and client representatives.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a large-scale mission-critical data centre project offering long-term work, an attractive salary and a comprehensive rotational package.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for BIM delivery across the project.
• Lead and manage a team of BIM Coordinators and BIM Technicians.
• Ensure BIM procedures and standards are consistently implemented across the project.
• Work closely with the site team, subcontractors and client to ensure BIM requirements are met.
• Liaise with package managers and site engineers to coordinate complex MEP installations.
• Manage and resolve clashes and coordination issues between disciplines.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical models.
• Produce and review drawings, specifications and schedules in accordance with the project BIM Execution Plan.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior BIM team members and the wider site team.
• Monitor BIM deliverables and ensure they are produced in line with project requirements.
• Support project coordination meetings and design reviews.
• Assist with the development and implementation of BIM processes and technologies.
• Contribute to BIM research, development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date BIM information is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• 8+ years' experience working across large-scale construction projects.
• Strong previous experience in a BIM Team Lead / BIM Manager / Senior BIM Coordinator position.
• Excellent Revit experience with an MEP bias.
• Strong understanding of MEP BIM coordination.
• Experience managing BIM teams.
• Strong Navisworks experience.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Experience with clash detection and resolution.
• Experience working on major construction, infrastructure or data centre projects.
• Relevant Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, BIM or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of BIM processes, standards and project delivery.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with subcontractors, engineers, designers and clients.
• Willingness to work on a rotational basis in Blyth.