BIM Designer in Birmingham

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Our Bridge and Civil Structures team in the Midlands works on a wide range of infrastructure projects across transport sectors, collaborating closely with engineers, technicians and digital specialists across the Midlands & West regions. The team is known for its supportive culture, strong technical capability and commitment to high-quality, digitally enabled design.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a BIM Designer to join our well-established Bridge and Civil Structures team in the Midlands. You will support the delivery of complex infrastructure projects, contributing to design work from early concept through to construction. Working closely with engineers and multi-disciplinary teams, you will produce coordinated 3D models and high-quality 2D drawings, helping to deliver clear, accurate and compliant BIM outputs across a range of transport and infrastructure sectors. This role offers variety, technical challenge and the opportunity to further develop your digital, design and collaboration skills within a supportive and highly experienced team.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• We are looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative BIM Designer with technical and digital skills, who enjoys working as part of a multi-disciplinary design team.
• You are detail-focused, proactive, and motivated to continue developing your technical and software capabilities.
• A technical foundation in civil engineering, with experience supporting bridge and civil structures projects.
• Proficiency in CAD and BIM software, such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, AECOsim, OpenBridge, Revit or Tekla.
• Experience producing and coordinating 3D models and high-quality 2D drawings in line with project standards.
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 information management requirements, including experience running model audits.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineers, construction teams and design leads.

What We Offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Drina.zupanovicgerard@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/ Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Closing Date: 12.04.2026. We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.