BIM Specialist in Glasgow

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems.

As a BIM Specialist, you will analyze design models from Architectural, Structural and MEP. You will perform checks for quality and accuracy of the models, extract quantities, perform clash detection and resolution, analyse cost, create documentation and representations. You will also sometimes need to create and maintain 3D/4D/5D/6D Building Information Models. This is a global role meaning that you will work with colleagues, clients, suppliers and sub-contractors from all over the world. It is extremely important that you are a team player and know how to communicate thoroughly and make things easy to understand. BIM is still a topic that is being adapted and it’s crucial that you always have an educational approach to ensure that everyone is on the same page.

If you are passionate about BIM and the energy sector, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you! We are interested in knowing more about you and what you can contribute, so do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. You can be based 3 days per week from our central Glasgow offices. Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship on this position.

How you’ll make an impact:

• BIM modeling and content creation including 3D/4D/5D/6D models
• Lead project BIM and Model Coordination meetings: spatial coordination of disciplines, gathering all discipline BIM models including civil and performing coordination tasks
• Conduct 3D design reviews, clash-detection and conflict resolution
• Manage and assist in the coordination efforts of all parties involved in the project including owners, architects/engineers, consultants, sub-contractors
• Derive BIM modeling requirements and guidelines from contract requirements and for BIM use throughout the lifecycle
• Create 3D renderings and animations
• Coordinate electronic information transfer and integrity of the Common Data Environment
• Support project team by managing and creating content library files and templates, creating and enforcing standards and evaluating project models
• Act as the main point of contact for BIM technology and any related issues between the construction managers, subcontractors, owners, design team, and others as required
• Aid in the preparation and revisions of project budgets, estimates, and construction schedules
• Prepare periodic progress reports regarding the status of projects as required by Management
• Good communication skills to resolve design issues among the various participants
• Liaison with clients and other consultants regarding BIM standards/processes, and document project BIM standards/processes for distribution to the project team

Background:

• You have a mindset and are able to lead large scale coordination meetings
• Communication and presentation skills
• Solving problems and being creative is something you do automatically
• You have a high level of integrity and dependability with a sense of urgency and have a result-driven approach
• Exceptional client management skills and the ability to build goodwill and long lasting relationships
• High energy personality and passion for new technologies and developing people
• Digital skills and good technology savviness around new ways of working
• Good knowledge of BIM related platforms such as BIM360/Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Good knowledge in Revit, AutoCad, NavisWorks or similar tools
• Experience in working mid to large-scale projects
• Thorough understanding of BIM processes and global BIM standards

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree within a related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in 3D Modeling in the relevant tools
• Preferably a minimum of 3-5 years of experience from Revit Architecture, Revit MEP, Autocad and Autocad MEP and Navisworks
• 1-3 years of experience from BIM, Model and Data coordination
• 1-3 years of construction experience (preferred, but not required)

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonising the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.