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Digital Engineering Lead

KBR

On-site
Cheshire
Full-time
Senior
Manager
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KBR is hiring a Digital Engineering Lead — a full-time, based in Cheshire role. Apply directly on KBR's careers page below.

Digital Engineering Lead (BIM)

Location: Cheshire

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Title:

Digital Engineering Lead (BIM)

The Programme and Project Partners (PPP) model was mobilised in 2019 with the purpose of transforming major project delivery at the Sellafield nuclear site.

The partnership is delivering a 20-year pipeline of major infrastructure projects to support the decommissioning of Sellafield and to create a clean and safe environment for future generations.

In delivering its pipeline of large-scale infrastructure projects, PPP is creating opportunities for its people, supply chain, economy and communities.

KBR’s rapidly growing nuclear team of teams is working at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear space on some of the most exciting new-build, defence and decommissioning programmes.

KBR was recently named a “Great Place to Work-Certified” company, an honour that underscores the company’s commitment to being a UK employer of choice for people who want to do work that matters.

Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom

Digital Engineering Lead (BIM)

To plan, interpret, implement, and maintain BIM-related processes, procedures, standards, and the tools required for the progressive development of the ‘Digital Twin’ of assets for major government infrastructure projects in the civil nuclear sector.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and deliver project BIM strategy in line with project, programme and client requirements.

  • Effective adoption of ISO 19650 standards

  • Interpret and communicate emerging best practices within BIM to key stakeholders for consideration and adoption and promoting the benefits of digital ways of working.

  • Coordinate with Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) & BIM specialists from other disciplines to ensure the integrity of the federated BIM model and extend its usefulness (e.g., 4D, 5D etc.).

  • Establish processes and/or perform data integrity audits to ensure standards, naming and numbering schemes etc. within authoring tools are aligned with project requirements.

  • Act as the Subject Matter Expert in one or more of the 3D modelling tools such as Autodesk Revit, Inventor and/or Aveva E3D and promote effective use of such tools.

  • Act as the primary interface with Key Delivery Partners and other 3rd parties involved in delivering BIM related content to facilitate effective collaboration and federation of the BIM model.

  • Keep abreast of industry best practices, standards, and technologies through participation in BIM related forums, communities of practice etc. to facilitate cross project knowledge transfer.

  • Lead extended design team reviews and clash reviews, following defined processes.

  • Support and audit the project team and flag non-compliances

  • Confidently leading meetings to identify project tasks and resolve issues

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

  • Ideally qualified in an Engineering discipline with a demonstrable track record of managing BIM and related processes and technologies on major capital projects during design and construction phases.

  • Be capable of planning and successfully executing BIM related transformation projects.

  • Have in-depth working knowledge in the use of one or more of the following: Autodesk Revit, Inventor, Navisworks and Aveva E3D.

  • Must be able to prioritise own work effectively and be able to direct activities of others.

  • Have excellent communications skills and be able to present complex technical matters effectively to internal as well as external stakeholders.

  • Ability to develop coherent processes, plans, and procedures in compliance with regulator, client, and programme requirements to suit the project. Specific experience of writing BIM Execution Plans.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Digital Engineering Lead at KBR?

The required skills for Digital Engineering Lead at KBR include: BIM.

What is the seniority level for Digital Engineering Lead at KBR?

Digital Engineering Lead at KBR is a Senior / Manager level position.

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