BIM Engineer - BBUK14046

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

6/26/2025

About The Role

Balfour Beatty Power T&D are seeking a highly skilled BIM Engineer with extensive experience in multi-utility design for the Gas, Power & Water Industry.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D and Navisworks, with expertise in Common Data Environments (CDE) such as ProjectWise and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).

This role requires a strong technical background, collaboration across teams, and a commitment to delivering high-quality digital models for utility infrastructure projects.

Balfour Beatty welcomes applications from both full-time and part-time candidates, including those interested in job-sharing arrangements. Additionally, the company offers a flexible working policy to support a healthy work-life balance.

What you'll be doing

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage BIM models for utility infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Utilize Autodesk Civil 3D to design and model underground and overhead utility networks, including gas pipelines, electrical distribution systems, and water supply networks.
• Conduct clash detection and coordination using Navisworks, resolving conflicts between different utility systems and civil structures.
• Implement and maintain Common Data Environment (CDE) workflows using ProjectWise and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) to ensure efficient data sharing and collaboration.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers to integrate BIM workflows into the design and construction process.
• Ensure BIM models adhere to regulatory requirements, project specifications, and client expectations.
• Generate detailed drawings, reports, and visualizations to support project planning and execution.
• Maintain and update BIM standards, templates, and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency across projects.
• Provide technical support and training to team members on BIM software and best practices.
• Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and stakeholder discussions to optimize project outcomes.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, software advancements, and emerging technologies in BIM and utility design.
  
  

Who we're looking for

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in BIM modeling and utility design within the Gas, Power & Water Industry.
• Expert proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of utility infrastructure design, including gas distribution, electrical networks, and water systems.
• Experience with clash detection, coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Hands-on experience with Common Data Environments (CDE) such as ProjectWise and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices in utility design and BIM.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Bentley MicroStation, GIS integration, 4D scheduling, and asset management is a plus.
  
  

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Benefits

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
  
  

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [email protected]