BIM Engineer

BIM Engineer | West Dublin

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years.
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations.

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of 'blue chip' companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance-focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Role Purpose

Reporting to the BIM Lead, the BIM Engineer has responsibility for delivering all 3D and 2D co-ordination milestones on each project. The role of the BIM Engineer is project-specific, and all engineers are to be based on site within a BIM environment when requested. When not working on a specific project, the BIM Engineer will be based within their Business Unit office and report to the BIM Lead. They may need to assist with other smaller projects and produce tender information.

Key Functions of the BIM Engineer

• Support the project team with regard to all co-ordination deliverables.
• Deliver all 3D and 2D deliverables set by the BIM Lead.
• Assist the BIM Lead with production of 2D co-ordination and installation drawings.
• Assist the BIM Lead with 3D elements needed for design and co-ordination.
• Support all parties working within the BIM process.
• Work within a team environment to help achieve efficient project delivery.

BIM Engineer Responsibilities

In conjunction with your project team, you will be responsible for the execution of various stages of a project as follows:

Project Delivery

• Detailing of 3D elements needed for design and co-ordination.
• Production of 3D model files through Revit and, where needed, Fabrication CAD.
• Production of 2D co-ordination and installation drawings.
• Ensuring that detailed model files are co-ordinated and clash-free by clashing against federated models on a constant basis (every 30 min).
• Taking direct instructions from the BIM Lead on all design issues.
• Administration of Vault files.
• Clash detection of submitted files.
• Daily building of federated models.
• Ensure all files submitted in the correct format.
• Attend weekly co-ordination meetings when requested.
• Support all parties working within the BIM process.
• Assist with clash resolutions on site.
• Verification and preparation of layout drawings to meet contract requirements.
• Confer with project engineers and project management staff to resolve problems and explain drawings to production or construction teams and provide adjustments as necessary.
• Production of all verified record drawings.
• Site surveying & verification including point cloud scanning and total station operation.
• Production of all 2D project drawings.
• Updating and administrating of all co-ordination documents, registers, and drawings.
• Assist with tenders and other drawing requirements from the business unit.

BIM Development

• Work within a designated project as part of a project team.
• Gain knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems with regard to 3D co-ordination.
• Develop knowledge of onsite co-ordination, fabrication, and construction.
• Attend co-ordination meetings and develop communication skills.
• Move to a BIM lead position when the opportunity arises and is deemed ready by the BIM manager.

Necessary Requirements of the BIM Engineer

• 3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or strong trades background coupled with a BIM qualification.
• A minimum of 3+ years' experience within a BIM Coordination function.
• Mechanical or Electrical background with a proven track record in a similar role.
• Proven ability to lead a team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to short deadlines.

For more information on this Project BIM Engineer/BIM Coordinator position or other BIM Engineer/BIM Coordinator opportunities based in Ireland, the UK, or Europe, contact Kirby Group Talent Acquisitions Team confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411 or apply in confidence.