BIM Lead - Rail

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

To find out more about our Rail business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP:

A little more about your role

The Stations team within WSP's Rail division are actively seeking BIM Leader to lead MEP delivery of our diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary Stations projects.

We are looking for people with the ability to make a difference, pro-actively manage requirements and risks and influence others to deliver successfully. Candidates must have excellent communication, problem solving and demonstrable experience in engineering management within Rail.

As a BIM Lead you will

• Use Bentley MicroStation and OpenBuildings to model 3D MEP services including but not limited to Cable Management Systems, Pipework, Ductwork etc. undefined.?Production of 2D sections from 3D models for incorporation into drawings including the presentation of the design onto schematic and 2D layout drawings.
• Carrying out the CAD modelling to the appropriate level of detail, through all stages of development (Feasibility to detailed design and handback) to relevant industry standards.
• Complete design coordination with other design disciplines to ensure a clash free design with the appropriate access and maintenance requirements once installed.
• Working with the project team to ensure the design process maximises data exchange across multiple software platforms, managed through a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Providing support to the engineering team in the review of the design data as required, mentoring and upskilling technical staff.

A little more about your team

You will join a team of professionally qualified, diverse, talented individuals who collaborate to:

• Undertake project work from across the design lifecycle, including early concept stage to detail design
• Deliver projects for Network Rail, HS2, Transport for The North, TfGM, Nexus, Local Authorities, Principal Contractors and Private Developers

Reporting to a senior member of our stations team, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting a challenging multi-disciplinary rail stations projects around.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join WSP as part of an expanding team delivering a variety of prestigious projects. The role could be based in one of our Central London offices. Our office provides a quality, flexible and dynamic working space focused on the health and wellbeing of our staff and benefits from cutting-edge design, large amounts of natural light, large open spaces, collaborative working spaces

What we would look for you to demonstrate

We are actively seeking experienced MEP BIM leaders with demonstrable multidisciplinary delivery experience; proven leaders that have a track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships. You will either need to be qualified with to HNC/HND (minimum) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or with good and appropriate experience working on rail and civil engineering design projects, preferably at tender, concept and detailed design stages. Undefined. Full knowledge of all design stages of a major new rail station project.

• Experience with multiple software platforms, including Bentley MicroStation, OpenBuildings and ProjectWise.
• Understanding of BIM and working within a Common Data Environment, preferably Bentley ProjectWise;
• Working with off-shore CAD and BIM resources would be a valuable strength.
• Good understanding of current and emerging software platforms, and industry peer group operations.
• A strong knowledge of Microsoft software applications, including writing macros to undertake complex or repetitive calculations and experience of VBA would be advantageous.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.



About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.



Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.