BIM Technician III at AECOM

Job Summary

Primary responsibilities will include Electrical BIM Modelling for the Electrical Discipline, as well as a member of our design team being responsible for the Electrical design of major projects including:

• Modelling of Electrical Installations in REVIT 3d.
• Preparation and management of schedules, estimates, progress reports, procurement etc.
• Electrical engineering and design during all project phases according to client, national and international standards.
• Detailed Electrical Drafting / Modelling of LV and MV including the development and checking of :
• Load Lists
• Single Line Diagrams
• Network Diagrams
• Electrical Schematic Diagrams
• Hazardous Area Classification
• Motor start-up and Protection Schemes (MV and LV)
• Cable Routing Design
• Smoke Detection
• Cable Sizing Calculations
• Lighting Calculations, modelling and layouts.
• Earthing Risk Assessments, earthing system design, Earthing layouts.
• Specification of Electrical Equipment including, Switchgear, Distribution Fire detection Systems layouts and Specification.
• Specification of Construction Standards of installation.
• Developing MEP REVIT Content including new Family and customisation of existing Family content.
• Utilise vendor data and work with other disciplines as required for engineering and design.
• Participate and Perform squad checks of vendor data and drawings from other disciplines.
• Develop technical scope of work and tender documentation and bills of quantities for construction contracts.
• Manage progress & quality control activities for equipment manufacture.
• Project handover and closeout documentation.
• Assist in the setting up of standard engineering documentation and methodology for the electrical engineering unit.
• Assist in the preparation of tenders for Electrical unit workload.

Minimum Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a self motivated team player with:

• Good understanding and experience in modelling in REVIT and other BIM platforms.
• Understand BIM modelling principles.
• Discipline in approach to engineering.
• An intimate knowledge of local standards and codes.
• Be able to work within a disciplined engineering environment.
• An intimate working knowledge of REVIT.
• Working knowledge of Navisworks to be utilised for clash detection.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microstation.
• An intimate working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access and Microsoft Project.
• Experience with Green Building Design and accreditation.
• Be well acquainted with local equipment, manufacturers, suppliers and installation contractors.
• A thorough knowledge of the OHS Act, pertinent SANS and IEC codes and standards and industry practices.
• Good communication and people management skills for effective interface with other engineering disciplines, the client and contractors.
• The ability to work independently.
• An awareness and appreciation for health, safety and environmental issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years working experience.
• Proficient in REVIT MEP

Personal attributes, qualities or competencies needed:

• Independent worker, deadline oriented, committed and driven individual.