BIM Technician in Bristol

Mott MacDonald Bentley has been named a capital delivery partner on two multi-million-pound ‘lots’ that will see the company deliver projects across the region through to 2030 - with the potential for a five-year extension into AMP9 thereafter. Wessex Water serves 2.9 million customers with water and sewerage services across the south west of England. Set for record investment in AMP8 – more than double that of AMP7 – MMB will bring its strong track record of innovation and direct-delivery to drive a programme of work. We will be delivering schemes located around Bournemouth, Poole and South Dorset area.

As a BIM Technician you will work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities - enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems. You will play a pivotal role in delivering BIM and Digital outputs throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all BIM aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.

The role of a BIM Technician includes:

• Delivering CAD/BIM design data and undertaking quality control processes and contributing to development of the CAD/BIM standards.
• Using 3D modelling to support design collaboration, clash resolution, asset data capture, digital rehearsal and cost capture.
• Supporting the development of the common data environment platform and process (Autodesk CC/ BIM 360).
• Creating and developing a standardised BIM element library, to support model reuse and a production approach, including identifying affordable and low carbon solutions.
• Taking responsibility for cyber security aspects associated with CAD/BIM data and access.
• Undertaking validation of CAD/BIM models from suppliers and integrating into our models.
• Working with designers to manage the competing tensions of time, cost and quality.
• Managing safety, wellbeing, environment and sustainability within your BIM/CAD output.
• Supporting the project teams understanding of BIM and supporting less experienced BIM technicians, providing technical and professional guidance to aid their development.

What you’ll need:

• Recognised qualification in Computer-aided design (CAD), BIM or related field.
• Proficiency in one or more Autodesk authoring packages (Revit, Civil 3D, AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of water, or wastewater, non-infrastructure or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in authoring 3D models in a common data environment platform (Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM360).
• An understanding of working in a common data environment platform (Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM360) and managing BIM data throughout the project lifecycle.
• Understanding of key principles of information management as set out in ISO 19650.

What’s in it for you:

• Financial wellbeing: MMB match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues including our annual bonus schemes. Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
• Health and wellbeing: A minimum of 33 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays, with the ability to buy, sell or carry over annual leave through our flexible benefits programme. Access to Life Assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options. We are happy to talk openly about flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace. Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
• Enhanced family and carers leave: Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave plus the option for shared parental leave. Up to 2 paid additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities.
• Learning and development: MMB are committed to empowering our people to grow professionally and thrive in their careers. We offer structured development schemes that support your journey toward professional chartership. From day one, employees are fast-tracked towards chartership reviews and benefit from mentorship, hands-on experience, and tailored training opportunities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: At Mott MacDonald Bentley we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect. Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Agile working: We are committed to providing a flexible and agile working environment that supports both our employees and the needs of the business.

Location(s): Bristol, GB

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Water

Discipline: Water

Job Ref: 12727

Recruiter Contact: laure.hutchinson@jnbentley.co.uk