Overview of the role
The Senior Associate BIM is responsible for implementing and managing Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes tailored to Mott MacDonald project requirements. This role ensures accurate, compliant, and coordinated digital models that support the design and construction of complex buildings whilst satisfying regulatory requirements, applicable standards, and providing information that supports standardisation and industrialisation objectives.
Reporting to the Design Manager, the Senior Associate BIM will work closely across disciplines to ensure the delivery of accurate, coordinated, and efficient project information, helping teams work together seamlessly and supporting the delivery of high‑quality BIM Models. In support of Technical Assurance processes, the Senior Associate – BIM will also support the review and assurance of BIM Projects. They will also contribute to continuous progression of BIM technology including ownership of the MEP Revit template, and progression of new incentives to enhance productivity and integrate new technologies such as AI.
Key responsibilities and duties include:
* Demonstrate a deep understanding of industry specific BIM and Information Management Standards
* Develop and implement BIM protocols aligned with regulations (e.g. Healthcare, HTM, HBN, NHS standards, or local equivalents) and multi‑disciplinary projects as required
* Work with design teams to ensure models are developed in accordance with industry and project specific standards
* Lead BIM execution plans production and implementation for Mott MacDonald projects
* Coordinate with architects, engineering teams and other stakeholders to ensure the accurate integration of discipline specific models to remove potential clashes and provide technically excellent design products
* Lead the teams on BIM Model management and compliance, performing audits as models are developed
* Validate models for compliance with healthcare design guidelines and statutory requirements prior to issue
* Perform clash detection for critical systems (e.g., HVAC for isolation rooms, medical gas lines, multi‑disciplinary MEP / structural / architecture, etc.)
* Manage asset data to support industrialisation and standardisation objectives together with the future facilities management and lifecycle planning of the assets (e.g., COBie data for healthcare assets)
* Support digital handover of BIM models and information exchanges on Mott MacDonald projects
* Provide training & support to the team on the topic of BIM Management
* Support the Technical Assurance and Design teams in the review and assurance of BIM models where appropriate across all disciplines
* Train project teams on healthcare‑specific or other BIM workflows and tools
* Act as the BIM subject matter expert for the Technical Services team
* Explore integration with Internet of Things (IoT) and smart technologies
* Occasional travel within the UK, as required to attend meetings.
* Demonstrable experience leading BIM management on large/complex building projects
* Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC
* Proficiency in creating IFC and COBie
* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
* Demonstrable experience in BIM management on healthcare, defence, Ministry of Justice or data centre projects
* Strong understanding of healthcare facility design, and programmes of standardisation
* A passion and commitment to improving healthcare
* Proficiency in Solibri and healthcare‑specific BIM standards
* BIM/Information management Certification
* Autodesk Certified Professional
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.
Benefits
Financial wellbeing
* We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
* Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
* Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long‑term illness or injury.
* Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
* As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.
Employee Ownership
* Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
* Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
* As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long‑term impact and contribution.
* Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.
* For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one.
Health and wellbeing
* Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
* Health cash plan to support you with everyday health costs and treatments.
* Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
* A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
* Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.
Lifestyle
* A minimum of 33‑35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
* Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
* Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high‑street retailers.
Enhanced family and carers leave
* Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
* Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
* Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
Learning and development
* Primary annual professional institution subscription.
* A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self‑development options.
Networks, communities, and social outcomes
* Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
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