Lead 4D Modeller

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in November subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:

The project is the largest infrastructure project in the history of the Irish state. The scheme is 18.9km in length with multiple tunneled sections. The alignment comprises of 16 stations and multiple structures. The project will integrate Dublin's existing transport infrastructure at key locations throughout the city. The project is entering into the next phase in readiness for the procurement of the major infrastructure contracts.

The successful applicant will join a fast expanding client team as part of the scheduling team within the PMO directorate. The successful applicant will be will be responsible for leading the 4D Modelling across the project, working closely with the design and information management directorates.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.
• You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will ensure robust quality systems are in place, and suitably managed in line with service excellence.
• You will manage delivery from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.
• You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of the associate director and other senior leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.
• Initial creation, linking, maintenance & delivery of the Synchro 4D Model based on a self-designed strategy.
• Transformation, optimisation, and organisation of limited Design Team models into flexible & constructable objects for Planning use (with direct integration if possible).
• Creation of logistics, land use and temporary works 3D models.
• Creation of constructable permanent works 3D models from limited design information.
• Assisting in the integration of plans & sketches provided by contractors and suppliers.
• Create reoccurring lookahead visual outputs for team briefings and reports.
• Run 'what if' scenarios within 4D environment against baseline models to identify programme risks & opportunities.
• Train and upskill the planning team in the use of Synchro and associated planning related considerations for optimal and efficient 4D Modelling.
• Adding SHE data to the model to assist the H&S team
• Adhere to the programme security requirements.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations.
• You will support the long term development of your function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

• You will manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities.
• You will lead and manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.

You'll need to have:

• Experienced Synchro 4D Pro user.
• Working knowledge of 3DS Max or other advanced 3D modelling package.
• Substantial relevant experience in construction (constructability and methodology).
• Broad knowledge of conversion and treatment of a range of design models.
• Good working knowledge of scheduling (implications and logic-based sequencing).
• Project experience of process driven workflows (formal and informal).
• Knowledge of design and design management and the relevant process and governance structures.
• Integration and interface management with multiple stakeholders.
• Interrogation of the live 4D model and ability to provide detailed feedback to concerned stakeholders for solving or mitigation.
• Knowledge of exporting and handling P6 schedule information for onward 4D use.
• Passion driven - Sense of belonging, aligned to vision and programme ideology.
• Act inclusively, treating all with respect and driving diverse thinking - Open minded and act inclusively.
• Delivering excellence - Outcome driven, identifying opportunities.
• Integrity - Complimentary and collaborative.
• Embed and embrace culture of health, safety, and wellbeing with safety at the heart of everything we do.
• Safeguarding and protecting the planet - Adopting a sustainable approach, making the right decisions to protectour world.
• Project-life balance - Happiness.
• Challenging the status quo in pursuit of a better future - Best in class and ahead of the curve, open to change.
• Value led approach - Driven by future needs, bringing a better solution.
• Ever evolving - Sustainable economically/people perspective.

You'll also have:

• Advanced/Experienced 3D Modelling capabilities.
• Ideally an Advanced Synchro 4D Pro operator.
• Experience of creating 4D Models from scratch.
• Construction related qualification or extensive experience.
• Strong presentation creation skills including still images and video output.
• Ideally experienced in Adobe graphical and video products.
• Analytically minded with strong internal curiosity and problem-solving.
• Proficient in common application software packages (MS Office etc).

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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