BIM Designer

Joining Arup  

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

BIM Designers play a critical role in delivering high quality data enriched models and the resulting drawings to our clients. Within the Arup team, this involves overall project planning, detailed design development and coordination between all disciplines, managing and adhering to office/Regional/client BIM standards. BIM Designers are at the forefront of digital production innovations (automation and data accessibility) and must be able to implement new tools on the fly and train others to do the same.

We are currently searching for a dynamic BIM Designer or a Senior BIM Designer with expertise in Electrical design and concept to join our expanding Electrical division. In this role, you will collaborate closely with design engineers from various subject areas, contributing your expertise to our multidisciplinary projects. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of design and engineering to create impactful solutions for the built environment, we invite you to join our team and be part of our journey towards shaping a better world.

This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.

The Opportunity

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with BIM team members and rail/civil engineers both internally and externally to plan and set up BIM models for civil engineering projects, ensuring accurate and efficient project delivery
• Utilize advanced BIM software (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley Systems) to create detailed design models for rail and civil design projects 
• Implement, and enforce BIM standards in line with ISO 19650, ensuring alignment across projects. 
  Implement and maintain BIM standards and protocols. 
• Conduct clash detection and resolve design conflicts. 
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. 
• Participate in project meetings and provide input on design solutions. 
• Generating detailed rail and civil engineering drawings and documentation, including equipment schedules, quantity takeoffs, and other project deliverables using model elements.  
• Taking responsibility for own work and reviewing the work of others to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project standards.  
• Setting up and managing project data environments, ensuring effective organization, storage, and accessibility of project data throughout the lifecycle.  
• Provide technical support and training to project teams. 
• Supervising and mentoring junior BIM designers, providing guidance and supporting their professional development.  

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.  

Is this role right for you?

Qualifications:

• At least 8 years of experience in rail or civil design projects.

   

• Fluent effectively collaborate across multidisciplinary teams 
• Demonstrable experience working with mid to large-scale rail and/or civil projects. 
• Proficiency in BIM software from major software companies (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley Systems). 
• Strong understanding of new technologies and their application in BIM. 
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in both technical and non-technical environments 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. 
• Consistent record of working in a team-based environment, demonstrating excellent planning and organization skills.  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and willingness to take on new challenges.  
• A proactive and highly motivated approach to work, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.  
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.  or a related field is preferred. 
• Good knowledge of standards and procedures applicable in rail/civil projects.

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.  

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.  

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup except for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.  

Toronto Hiring Range  - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $115,000 to $125,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note, hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.  

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.  

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.  

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.    

Our Application Process  

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

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