BIM Coordinator in Bristol

Join our dynamic Digital Engineering team at Ridge as a BIM Coordinator / Information Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in driving the implementation and delivery of Building Information Modelling across a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects. You'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure digital workflows are integrated seamlessly, supporting design excellence and project efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to lead innovation in digital construction, contribute to strategic development of project BIM standards, and work within a forward-thinking environment that values technical expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We operate an agile working policy and are looking for applicants within proximity of one of our UK offices.

What you need to do to be effective in this role:

• Lead the coordination and implementation of BIM processes across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Develop, manage, and maintain project-specific BIM Execution Plans and ensure compliance with client and industry standards.
• Support design teams in the use of digital tools and workflows, providing guidance and troubleshooting where necessary.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely delivery of coordinated models and data.
• Monitor and audit model quality, clash detection, and data integrity throughout project lifecycles.
• Drive innovation in digital engineering by identifying opportunities to improve workflows and adopt emerging technologies.
• Provide training and mentoring to team members to enhance BIM capability and understanding.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure BIM deliverables meet expectations and contractual requirements.

Skills and experience you need to have for this role:

• Proven experience in a BIM Coordinator or Information Manager role within the AEC industry.
• Strong proficiency in tools such as Solibri and Autodesk Forma, with an understanding of Revit and Civil 3D.
• Solid understanding of ISO 19650 standards including the development of associated documentation.
• Experience managing federated models, clash detection processes, and data validation across complex projects.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Common Data Environments (CDEs) and structured data management practices.
• Knowledge of interoperability between software platforms and openBIM principles.
• Experience mentoring or training others in BIM processes and tools.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement in digital delivery.
• Relevant qualifications in architectural technology, engineering, or digital construction, with additional BIM certifications being advantageous.

About us:

We are Ridge, a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment. Our 1,400+ people bring a vast range of skills, delivering a professional mindset, gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. They’re the foundation of our success - they drive our vision, embody our values and separate us from the competition.

Your benefits:

• Annual leave: A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa, plus the option to buy, carry over or sell.
• Community spirit: You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart.
• Mental health: Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you, backed up by Unum’s Help@hand app.
• Financial benefits: A path to peace of mind: life assurance, pension scheme and income protection.
• Physical wellbeing: Your health is a priority for us too, so we offer medical insurance, private GP access and discounted gym membership.
• Flexible working: Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you, your family and your team.
• Career development: A pathway at Ridge that’s focused on your professional, personal or educational aspirations.
• Extra benefits: Performance bonus, car allowance and more based on your role - and progression.

We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge.