BIM Manager
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About the Role
CDM Smith seeks a BIM Manager to lead BIM strategy and delivery for infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi. The role requires expertise in Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks, and ISO 19650 compliance.
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Responsibilities
- Lead BIM strategy, BEP, MIDP/TIDP in line with ISO 19650
- Manage BIM delivery for roads, highways, bridges, utilities, pump stations, and public realm from LoD 100 to LoD 350
- Coordinate multidisciplinary models and oversee clash detection and resolution
- Establish and manage Common Data Environments (ACC/BIM 360/ProjectWise)
- Ensure compliance with UAE authorities (ADM/DMT, RTA, DEWA, etc.)
- Act as primary BIM interface with clients, authorities, contractors, and stakeholders
- Lead and mentor BIM teams and support recruitment and capability development
- Drive digital innovation, automation, and support asset information handover
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil/Infrastructure or related)
- Expert in Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks, Dynamo Scripting
- Strong experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
- Proven experience delivering UAE/GCC infrastructure projects
- ISO 19650 Certification (added advantage)
- Additional BIM/Autodesk certifications preferred
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Company Overview
- CDM Smith is committed to an unmatched employee experience, offering meaningful projects and career growth.
Job Description
- Lead BIM strategy, BEP, MIDP/TIDP in line with ISO 19650
- Manage BIM delivery for roads, highways and bridges, wet and dry utilities, pump stations & plants, and public realm from LoD 100 to LoD 350
- Strong knowledge and implementation of BIM 4D to 7D, familiarity with cost loaded 5 D platforms and Power BI dashboards
- Ensure BIM Team, Digital Workstream Teams and other Project Stakeholders are aware, informed and trained in applying BIM QA/QC procedures
- Coordinate multidisciplinary models and oversee clash detection and resolution
- Establish and manage Common Data Environments (ACC/BIM 360/ProjectWise)
- Ensure compliance with UAE authorities (ADM/DMT, RTA, DEWA, DM ITC, TAQA WS, ADDC, DEWA, Aldar and other developers)
- Act as primary BIM interface with clients, authorities, contractors, and stakeholders
- Lead and mentor BIM teams and support recruitment and capability development
- Drive digital innovation, automation, and support asset information handover
Skills & Abilities
- Expert in Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks, Dynamo Scripting
- Strong experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
- Knowledge of Dynamo, GIS integration, IFC, and digital handover standards
- Horizontal and Vertical displacement of Utilities, Engineering judgment
- Creating BIM libraries and compliance with ADQCC standards
- Strong leadership and management of BIM Coordinators and Digital Delivery team
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- High attention to quality, governance, and detail
- Proven experience delivering UAE/GCC infrastructure projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil/Infrastructure or related)
- ISO 19650 Certification (added advantage)
- Additional BIM/Autodesk certifications preferred
Additional Information
- No Travel is required
- Background check and drug testing may be required
- All bonuses are discretionary
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