Senior BIM Technician

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.

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Senior BIM Technician to join our growing Cardiff team. This is an exciting period in the Hoare Lea Cardiff journey, including the recent move to our new City Centre Office. Cardiff itself is a thriving and dynamic creative capital city with a rich cultural heritage, as well as ambitious future plans in terms of growth as well as a blueprint to become a carbon-neutral city in the next 10 years.

By creating and embracing a unique culture we ensure we remain leaders in our field enjoying what we do, having fun and achieving the best results by delivering a consistent, high-quality service for our clients. Our team is large enough to work on large national and international schemes yet agile enough to allow significant talent growth and career progression.

As a Senior BIM Technician, you will deliver data-rich 3D models & 2D engineering drawings produced using Autodesk Revit. You will work on a varied portfolio of projects that span a cross-section of sectors with specific local focuses on Healthcare, Schools, Higher Education, Commercial, Residential and Leisure. You will be supported by key individuals within the engineering team. In addition, the wider Hoare Lea BIM Community and Digital Engineering Team provide fantastic support.

In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Take ownership of defined modelling tasks and deliver high-quality Revit models and 2D outputs.
• Set up MEP project models, views, sheets, tags, and manage model health.
• Actively coordinate services using clash reports and resolve issues in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Review and integrate external models, producing change review documentation as required.
• Participate in internal and external model reviews, giving and receiving structured feedback.
• Assist in delivering training sessions and mentoring junior team members.
• Apply automation tools such as Dynamo and RF Tools in project workflows.
• Support project team use of CDE systems (inc. BIM 360 / ACC) and understand change/information management processes.

With an understanding of Revit software and a basic understanding of the building services industry, you will be self-motivated, eager to learn and will be highly organised, with a keen eye for detail and a methodical approach.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Proficient in Autodesk Revit with solid MEP project experience.
• Able to manage modelling responsibilities independently and support coordinated project delivery.
• Familiar with clash detection, CDE workflows, and automation tools (e.g., Dynamo).
• Willing to mentor junior staff and contribute to team and firmwide initiatives.

Desired Software proficiencies:

• Revit (Required)
• BIM 360 / ACC (Required)
• Navisworks Manage (Required)
• AutoCAD (Desirable)
• Solibri (Desirable)
• Microsoft Excel (Desirable)
• Dynamo / RF Tools (Desirable)

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact bryonydreaning@hoarelea.com. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.