Senior BIM Designer - MEP Building Services in Cardiff

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Opportunity

We have a new opportunity for a Senior MEP Building Services BIM Designer who is excited by technically challenging work on cutting-edge projects to join our creative and collaborative Building Engineering Team that spans the Wales, Midlands and South-West. Based in our Cardiff office, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team of over 300 engineers and BIM designers. Our projects span the globe, offering the opportunity to thrive in an international, multicultural environment. You’ll contribute to some of the most innovative and inspiring buildings worldwide, with current and recent projects including rail infrastructure, science and industry developments, stadia, university buildings, residential and healthcare facilities.

In this role you will fulfil a key role in the delivery of projects, including the planning and production of models, drawings, and data while supervising and supporting team members and collaborating with colleagues across disciplines. You will be the focal point for collaborative BIM delivery, developing coordination strategies, managing coordination with other disciplines and stakeholders, while encouraging innovation and continuous improvement. You will support the Project Manager by communicating progress and potential issues, helping them to ensure that objectives are achieved in line with plans. Beyond your projects you will provide technical support to the wider team.

Experience in the use of Autodesk Forma (formerly ACC), implementation of BIM Execution Plans, the delivery of structured data, and an interest in automation are highly valued.

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 to speak to people who:

• Have in depth knowledge of Autodesk Revit, including model setup, modelling, drawing production and family management.
• Have a strong background in MEP building services systems and coordination, across a range of project sectors and stages.
• Have a clear understanding of the principles, processes and standards required to produce high-quality models and drawings.
• Have experience of managing and supporting others through guidance, training, and constructive feedback.
• Possess strong communication skills at all levels with regular reporting to Project Managers and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with clients.

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.

• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Accident insurance
• 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 rebecca.davies@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 payment or your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

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