BIM Manager (Gauteng)
2024/04/10 Reference Number BIM_JB1 Description

The Manager will lead the drawings team, responsible for compiling drawings for the sales, security, data centre management, cabling, BMS, Service Delivery Management, Project Managers and other teams within the operational facilities. This will involve co-ordination with the Construction and TFO teams, who will hand over models to the BIM Manager on completion of their projects.

MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Compilation of federated models to capture as-built information in centralised location. (Linking building information from all relevant consultants into singular model of truth and accurate reflection of as-built information) Establishing protocol for generating concept layouts without influencing as-built information prior to implementation, and establish a repository for this information. Establish, publish and implement BIM standards, protocols & processes based on best practices. Set up Company specific Revit Templates, drawing naming convention in line with ISO standards, and centralised drawing repository of facilities, including historical projects, new projects and ad hoc operational changes. Ensure team members and relevant internal and external stakeholders are trained in the BIM standards, protocols, processes and best practices as relevant. Standards developed or adopted internally need to be applied to the supply chain as well in order to see consistency in approach throughout the life cycle. Ensure that models and drawings are reviewed, approved and filed in accordance with company quality system. Undertake Model Audits to ensure all internal stakeholders adhere to drawing protocol. The BIM Manager must audits/ quality control to the external professionals and supply chain stakeholders who produce design data e.g. Shop Drawings. Perform cross checks between the built environment and the as-built information. . Ensure drawings are scheduled and delivered within OLAs to the standard required. Facilitate consultation between colleagues, external professional consultants and clients in designing, layout or detailing components and systems to resolve technical problems. Work closely with the internal teams and Independent Architects, to ensure as-built data fidelity is maintained for existing facilities i.e ensuring that where/when change occurs within the built environment post Infrastructure Development Department handover to Operations and IM.  Collecting and collating historic design data for existing facilities and/or re-producing as-built data for facilities delivered prior to inception of BIM at Teraco. This includes identifying subject areas which have not traditionally had drawings compiled, and developing a plan to address all areas over a period of time. Establish SharePoint PDF drawings repository, for day-to-day access of internal stakeholders. Establish processes with the Infrastructure Management Document Controller(s) to ensure records are correctly stored,  labelled and tagged in SharePoint.. Work with the Infrastructure Development team to establish ACC workflows to accommodate operational updates to Infrastructure Development Revit Models, prior to handover of federated design models when final TFO fitout is completed. Evaluate and implement new BIM tools, methodologies and technologies. Monitor and report on BIM process performance. Implement changes to enhance efficiency. Management & organisational development of the drawings team members.

 

Requirements

 

SKILLS REQUIREMENT

Prior experience in main functions of the job. Strong knowledge required of international BIM Standards, protocols and best practice. Solid understanding of linking models generated from different internal departments and external design resources to continuously have current information available. Leadership and project management abilities. High attention to detail Good communication skills Good technical skills Active listening – ability to understand requirements Proactive problem solver Ability to work independently & a positive team player Self-motivated and able to motivate others Conducts self professionally, exhibits high levels of tolerance and patience Responsible for continued learning and self-development Quick response to potentially critical situations

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications: Professional Senior Architectural Technologist (B.Tech Arch Tech) or equivalent Engineering Level SACAP Registered Autodesk Suite of CAD Software with minimum 5 years’ experience with Revit, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and BIM360 Minimum of 3 years management experience Familiarity with local and international BIM regulations Work Level Skilled Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position No Location Gauteng