BIM Manager – Transmission and Distribution / Substations

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Job Description Overview You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally. As part of the Net Zero agenda, networks have a crucial role in delivering the renewable energy which is required to be connected. The transmission network operators have secured c.£8bn as part of the RIIO T2 package. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. Our team is currently delivering work across the Transmission and Distribution sectors across the UK as well as supporting other Energy and infrastructure business sectors. We are in a position where we need to grow our team to enhance our capability and strengthen our service offering. As such we are recruiting an experienced BIM Manager to join our Energy Practice. Your role You will lead on BIM model development and design services across a growing portfolio of Front End and Detailed Design projects for electrical substation projects. You will be working in a senior position based either in Epsom, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, Bristol or remotely. Building strong and trusted relationships is a key part of this role. You’ll enjoy working with others, sometimes directly at client sites, sometimes from our offices. Provide Technical Leadership on the FEED and Detail Design workstream for National Grid, SSEN-Transmission or other Transmission & Distribution clients. Develop and deliver our BIM strategy for the Transmission and Distribution sector. Develop a team of CAD technicians to deliver high quality models and drawings. Lead on the development of 3D BIM models, including federation, coordination, clash detection and resolution across multiple disciplines. Lead on the preparation of 2D drawings, including general arrangements, cable routing, earthing, and SLDs etc. Ensuring compliance with the company’s established standards, conventions, and procedures, and applicable engineering codes and practices (inc. BS 8888). Ensuring compliance with National Grid / SSEN standards and project-specific BIM protocols. Working alongside Project Information Managers to setup and manage CDE environments (ACC, BIM 360 and Bentley ProjectWise). Preparing and delivering training on BIM standards and workflows. Leading BIM / CAD improvement initiatives and tools development. Maintain existing and develop new client relationships. About you You have a proven track record of leading others to produce complex designs and drawings to applicable engineering codes and standards. You are comfortable working in new and changing environments and have a desire to contribute to the success of the business. You are comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally. Key skills and attributes include the following: A degree/diploma in Engineering design, drafting or equivalent. Experience in a leadership/management position in a similar environment. Strong understanding and leadership of the engineering projects through asset lifecycles. Track record of leading teams in the delivery of Front-End Engineering and design or Detailed Design of electrical substation projects. Experience of working for a client organisation such as transmission system owner/operator, distribution network operator or a design consultancy delivering to such organisation. Experience with a variety of CAD software, such as Plant 3D, Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks Manage/Simulate, AutoCAD 2D, ReCap Pro, etc. An appreciation of delivery and checking of technically compliant design deliverables in accordance with the input requirements, and ability to identify design issues. Experience of CAD delivery for high hazard industrial projects (e.g., Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, High Voltage electrical infrastructure). Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Rewards & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. #PESJOBS Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.