Job Description

The BIM Technical Manager oversees the implementation of BIM strategies, ensuring compliance with ISO 19650 standards and UAE regulations. They manage BEPs, CDEs, and BIM standards, ensuring model coordination, QA/QC, and timely deliverables. The role includes mentoring teams, driving process automation and innovation, and managing LOD 400-500 models for large-scale residential, commercial, and hospitality projects.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop & implement BIM strategies
• Create and oversee project-specific BIM Execution Plans (BEP), aligned with ISO 19650 and UAE regulations (e.g., Dubai Municipality Circulars).
• Standards, workflows & CDE oversight
• Establish firm-wide BIM standards, templates, and content libraries.
• Manage Common Data Environments (CDE) ensuring data integrity.
• Model coordination & quality control
• Lead clash detection and federate models (architectural, structural, MEP).
• Perform QA/QC audits and supervise submission milestones.
• Production support & handover
• Ensure models are ahead of site activities.
• Manage 2D/3D deliverables and facilitate data handover for facilities management.
• Team leadership & training
• Mentor BIM Leads/Coordinators and conduct workshops.
• Liaise across multidisciplinary teams.
• Train stakeholders on BIM tools and best practices.
• Process optimization & innovation
• Identify areas for automation (e.g., Dynamo, Python).
• Streamline workflows and introduce innovative BIM solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Experience:
• 8-12+ years in BIM roles (Coordinator to Manager).
• 3-5 years in leadership positions in the UAE region.
• Technical proficiency:
• Advanced use of Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with BIM 360/ACC/CDE platforms.
• Strong experience with BIM LOD 400.
• Experience with BEP, EIR, MIDP.
• Certifications:
• Autodesk Certified Professional or equivalent.
• ISO/BIM certifications preferred.
• Leadership & communication:
• Strong mentoring, stakeholder coordination, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred for some roles.
• Compliance knowledge:
• Strong understanding of building codes, design principles, and UAE authority requirements.
• Experience in large-scale residential, commercial, or hospitality projects.
• Problem-solving & QA mindset:
• Attention to detail and ability to resolve coordination, model integrity, and compliance issues.
• Tech-savvy:
• Familiarity with scripting (Dynamo/Python).
• Knowledge of cloud collaboration tools and emerging digital construction technologies.

Job Type: Full-time

Skills Required