Senior BIM Technician

<strong>Senior BIM Technician - M&E Building Services</strong><strong>Location:</strong> Cardiff / Bristol<strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent<strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive (dependent on experience)<strong>Senior BIM Technician - M&E Building Services Overview</strong> An opportunity is available for a Senior BIM Technician - M&E Building Services to join an established consultancy team in Cardiff or Bristol. The Senior BIM Technician - M&E Building Services will lead BIM delivery across multidisciplinary building services projects, supporting digital coordination, model development, and integration of mechanical and electrical systems within a BIM environment.<strong> Key Responsibilities</strong><ul><li>Lead BIM delivery for M&E building services projects across RIBA Stages 0-6</li><li>Develop and manage MEP Revit models aligned with design intent and project requirements</li><li>Coordinate mechanical and electrical services within federated models, resolving clashes and spatial constraints</li><li>Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to translate calculations and schematics into coordinated 3D models</li><li>Manage clash detection and coordination reviews using Navisworks</li><li>Ensure compliance with ISO 19650, BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), and project standards</li><li>Produce and review 2D drawings, 3D models, and schedules from BIM models</li><li>Liaise with clients, contractors, and design teams on BIM deliverables and coordination</li><li>Support site teams with installation queries, coordination issues, and as-built information</li><li>Mentor junior BIM technicians and support team development</li></ul><strong> Technical Skills</strong><ul><li>Proficiency in Autodesk Revit MEP for mechanical and electrical services modelling</li><li>Experience modelling:</li><ul><li>Low Voltage (LV) electrical distribution, containment, and lighting systems</li><li>HVAC systems, ductwork, and plantroom layouts</li><li>Public health / drainage systems (desirable)</li></ul><li>Use of Navisworks for clash detection and coordination</li><li>Familiarity with design tools including Amtech, Dialux, Relux and integration with BIM outputs</li><li>Experience using Common Data Environments (CDEs) such as BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud</li><li>Understanding of COBie, asset data, and digital handover requirements</li><li>Knowledge of Revit families, parametric modelling, and content creation</li></ul><strong> Requirements</strong><ul><li>Minimum 5+ years' experience in an M&E BIM or building services environment</li><li>Understanding of mechanical and/or electrical building services design principles</li><li>Experience delivering multidisciplinary building services projects (e.g. commercial, healthcare, education)</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK BIM standards, including ISO 19650</li><li>Ability to interpret engineering calculations, schematics, and specifications into coordinated BIM models</li><li>Strong communication and coordination skills</li></ul><strong> Benefits</strong><ul><li>Competitive salary (dependent on experience)</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Company reward scheme</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives and incentives</li><li>Structured career progression</li><li>Ongoing training in BIM and M&E design integration</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?mvZ2aGq5iQW4r6B%2boIt5kov9HkV20K7if" width="0" height="0" />