Senior Civil BIM Designer

Shape the future of transport in Ireland.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

Working with clients and multidisciplinary teams in Ireland and internationally, you will play a leading role in shaping the future of transport and mobility infrastructure while drawing on the expertise of Arup's global transport network. As a trusted advisor to clients and project teams, you will help develop opportunities, lead project delivery and build high-performing teams that bring together specialists from across Arup's global Transport network. Our business is entering an exciting phase of growth in Ireland, supported by significant investment in transport infrastructure and a strong pipeline of rail, aviation, roads and streets major programme opportunities.

The Opportunity 

Be part of a team of passionate BIM specialists and engineers helping to advance sustainable infrastructure design in a thriving local and international market. Collaborate on innovative digital delivery approaches and contribute to projects that address complex infrastructure and climate challenges. This role offers long-term career development within a supportive and collaborative environment. 

We currently have a requirement for an experienced Civil BIM Coordinator / BIM Manager to join our BIM Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual looking to develop their career in BIM coordination and information management. The company's workload varies and includes national and international projects across multiple sectors. 

The successful candidate will work across a diverse range of projects involving civil site infrastructure, including road layouts, underground services, site topography and strata, civil structures, retaining walls and culverts. The role combines hands-on infrastructure modelling with multidisciplinary BIM coordination and project information management responsibilities. 

As BIM Infrastructure Coordinator, you will: 

• Develop and coordinate accurate 3D models of civil and site infrastructure geometry using Autodesk Civil 3D and other appropriate BIM authoring tools. 

   

• Design and model drainage and utilities systems, applying project standards and sound civil engineering principles.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary design information with internal teams, external consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders.  
• Support the implementation of BIM on projects, including the development and maintenance of project BIM requirements, standards, workflows, templates and good practice.
• Work within, administer and configure Common Data Environments (CDEs), such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (Forma) and Bentley ProjectWise (BIC), including folder structures, permissions, workflows, metadata, review processes and information status controls.  
• Support the preparation and maintenance of BIM Execution Plans, responsibility matrices, Master Information Delivery Plans, Task Information Delivery Plans and project-specific BIM procedures.  
• Coordinate model federation, model reviews, clash detection, issue management and resolution using a common industry tools.  
• Plan and support BIM coordination meetings, communicate coordination issues, record actions and monitor them through to close-out.  
• Undertake model and information quality assurance checks, including compliance with project standards, naming conventions, classification, revision, status, approval and exchange requirements.  
• Monitor model and information exchanges against agreed delivery milestones and support project teams in resolving non-compliance or coordination issues.  
• Provide practical BIM guidance to project teams and support the development of templates, standards, workflows and good practice.  
• Assist with BIM mobilisation, capability reviews, delivery risk identification and information delivery reporting.  
• Oversee, support and mentor junior designers in civil modelling tools, design workflows, BIM coordination, CDE processes and project standards.
• Contribute to the development of automation, computational design and efficient digital workflows, with an interest in building capability in BIM coordination and management.

Does this role inspire you? 

We're looking for a highly motivated individual with an active interest in digital delivery, civil infrastructure and site development. These are the essential skills and qualifications for the position: 

• Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience, preferably within a consultancy or multidisciplinary project environment. 

• HNC/HND in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent (NFQ Level 7 or above). Other relevant technical or BIM qualifications may be considered where infrastructure modelling and coordination skills are of a high standard. 
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, including the development of complex 3D models civil and site infrastructure models. 
• Practical experience in the design and modelling of pipe networks, drainage systems and utility geometry using Autodesk Civil 3Dcoordinating multidisciplinary BIM models and managing coordination issues through to resolution. 
• Experience working within and supporting the configuration of CDE platforms, preferably Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and/or Bentley ProjectWise.
• Working knowledge of ISO 19650 principles and their application to project information management, including naming, status, revision, review, approval and information exchange requirements.
• Ability to review models and information for compliance with project standards, information requirements and agreed quality procedures. 
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to facilitate coordination activities and engage effectively with multidisciplinary project teams. 

We also value: 

• Experience using Autodesk Plant 3D, particularly where plant, process or utility systems interface with civil infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads Designer for civil infrastructure modelling and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Experience with visual programming, scripting or automation tools used to improve modelling, checking or information-management workflows.
• A clear interest in developing further capability in BIM coordination, information management and digital delivery leadership.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks for model federation, coordination, clash detection, issue review and construction sequencing.  
• Knowledge of Bentley iTwin for multidisciplinary model federation, design review and project coordination.  
• Experience contributing to BIM Execution Plans, responsibility matrices, MIDPs, TIDPs and related information management documentation.  
• Experience facilitating BIM coordination reviews or meetings and maintaining issue and action registers.  
• Awareness of BIM-related project risks, capability assessments, mobilisation activities and information delivery reporting.  
• Experience supporting, mentoring or training colleagues in BIM authoring tools, coordination processes, CDE workflows and project standards.  

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme. 
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.
 

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please visit Help - Arup Careers. We’re here to support you.

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