BIM Lead in City of London

Venesky-Brown Recruitment are looking for a BIM Lead to join the team at Sizewell C. This contract role can be based in either the London or Bristol offices, with hybrid working available.

Job Purpose / Overview: One of the major drivers behind the ambition to for “digital by default” is the need to meet the UK’s Information Mandate, which was previously known as the ‘BIM Mandate’. Sizewell C (SZC) will be constructed over the next decade and will be operational for many decades into the future. Over this time period, the construction and operations industry will be transformed by the multiple use cases enabled by a more digital enterprise, including paperless construction, automated data led decision making and operational digital twins. These use cases ensure we are future proofing our business, but for SZC are not the primary aim of the drive to meet the Mandate. Experience from Hinkley Point C (HPC) has highlighted several areas where enhanced, but simplified ways of working can enable significant developments in business performance, and ensuring we are retrieving the correct data, in the correct formats, at the correct time, both internally and from the supply chain will play a crucial part in the successful delivery of the project.

The role of ‘BIM Lead’ takes on the specific workstream relating to all things engineering data, and the management of it across all domains within SZC and its supply chain. Working closely together with counterparts across the wider business (specifically the Data & Information Management (D&IM) team), the ‘BIM Lead’ will be the engineering focal point for the strategic future vision of engineering use cases for BIM, and also be responsible for ensuring that the data being requested will be of the correct standard to be used as trusted source of information to de-risk the program. The BIM workstream is one of most complex workstreams within the Engineering Data & Tools team, and it is expected that the ‘BIM Lead’ will seek constant awareness of the other workstreams and be able to support pragmatic goals of the team in their work.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Build and maintain a strong relationship with delivery teams and the wider supply chain
• Build and maintain a strong relationship with the NSA Contractor
• Work closely with both the Engineering Data and tools and digital and IT functions to support standing up a BIM compliant 3D collaboration platform
• Work closely with the Engineering Data and Tools team to understand and support the development of ‘digital requirements’ across all workstreams
• Together with the supporting team, and counterparts in the NSA/supply chain, make pragmatic and best for business decisions on all ‘Exchange Information Requirements’ (EIR) topics
• Bring diverse stakeholders both internally and within the supply chain to a common and agreed goal
• Support the development of an inclusive and agreed vision, strategy and roadmap for BIM (led by D&IM team)
• Develop and deliver training for the business where required on BIM topics
• Act as the main contact for the Technical Directorate on all BIM topics across all domains (Civils, MEH, Equipment)
• Manage the BIM workload within the team (utilising the capacity and knowledge of the team, as well as influencing the counterpart teams to progress work)
• Manage and report on critical KPIs and workload within the team
• Pragmatically raise risk and opportunities to the Engineering Data & Tools Manager

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

Specific for the team:

Essential:

• Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline, or equivalent level of engineering experience
• 10+ years of experience in a relevant field (engineering function)
• Awareness of, or use of 3D design, PLM or BIM (building information management) tools
• The ability to grasp complex problems and critically challenge solutions
• A strong understanding of basic configuration and change principles
• A good knowledge of ‘end to end’ design and delivery sequences
• A proven self-starter who can operate at all levels of a diverse business

Desirable:

• Previous knowledge of power plant projects (eg. HPC or equivalent)
• Previous experience in alternative sectors (automotive, aerospace, defence, etc)
• A good knowledge, or awareness of ISO19650 standards (UK Information Management mandate)
• A ‘systems engineering’ mindset, with the ability to articulate complex concepts in a simple way
• A keen eye on emerging advances in technology

Specific for the role:

Essential:

• A strong background in ISO19650 and other relevant international standards relating to data delivery
• A good understanding of areas for improvement from previous capital nuclear projects (e.g. OL3, FA3, HPC)
• A good understanding of the diversity of a capital project delivery organisation (differing maturity supply chain (in both engagement stage and digital maturity)
• Full understanding of the complex needs of an engineering organisation (e.g. 3D model standards, Configuration Management, Lifetime Quality Record keeping)
• A demonstrated ability to understand multiple complex concepts and articulate a holistic view

Vacancy Overview: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.

About Venesky-Brown Recruitment: Venesky-Brown Recruitment are a UK-based Recruitment Agency, specialising in Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure, IT & Digital, and Professional Services. Established in 2005, we've evolved into industry leaders, driven by our mission to inspire and empower through meaningful employment. When you join us, you gain access to a stable, long-term career. We collaborate with Tier 1 clients on major infrastructure projects, offering growth opportunities and a clear career pathway. Our comprehensive Career Development Programs, from Level 2 Construction Operations to Level 6 Site Management, bridge skill gaps to benefit both you and our clients.