Senior BIM Engineer-MEP

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: BIM Coordinator / Senior BIM Coordinator

Position Summary

iTech Engineering Consultancy is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior BIM Engineer – MEP (Mechanical Specialist) to join its Digital Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, managing, and reviewing MEP BIM models with a primary focus on Mechanical systems while supporting multidisciplinary coordination activities and ensuring compliance with project BIM standards.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Mechanical BIM modeling, MEP coordination, digital project delivery, and quality assurance. The role requires the ability to independently manage discipline-specific BIM production while providing technical support and guidance to BIM Engineers and BIM Modelers.

Key Responsibilities

BIM Modeling \& Project Delivery

• Develop, maintain, and manage MEP BIM models with a primary focus on Mechanical systems.
• Produce BIM deliverables including layouts, sections, schedules, details, coordinated drawings, and quantity take-offs.
• Model and coordinate Mechanical systems including:
  • HVAC Systems
  • Chilled Water Systems
  • Air Distribution Systems
  • Ventilation Systems
  • Smoke Management Systems
  • District Cooling Networks
  • Mechanical Plant Rooms
  • Equipment Rooms
  • Pumping Systems
  • Fuel Systems
  • Medical Gas Systems (where applicable)
• Ensure project deliverables comply with client requirements, project specifications, and BIM standards.
• Support project teams through design development, coordination, construction documentation, and project delivery phases.

Technical Review \& Quality Assurance

• Review Mechanical BIM models and deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
• Conduct model audits and quality checks before submission.
• Ensure compliance with BIM Execution Plans (BEP), company BIM standards, naming conventions, and Level of Development (LOD) requirements.
• Identify and resolve technical modeling issues and workflow challenges.

MEP Coordination Support

• Coordinate Mechanical BIM models with Electrical, Plumbing, Architectural, Structural, Civil, and Infrastructure disciplines.
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings and model review workshops.
• Support clash detection activities and assist in resolving discipline-specific coordination issues.
• Collaborate closely with BIM Coordinators to ensure successful integration of Mechanical systems within federated project models.
• Review spatial coordination requirements related to plant rooms, service routes, equipment clearances, and maintenance access requirements.

Team Support \& Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to BIM Engineers and BIM Modelers.
• Review and support the work of junior team members.
• Assist in developing BIM standards, templates, families, libraries, and workflows.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of BIM processes and digital delivery methodologies.

Documentation \& Reporting

• Prepare BIM documentation, model registers, coordination records, and project reports as required.
• Support quantity extraction, data validation, and model-based reporting activities.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned deliverables and project milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4–7 years of BIM experience in MEP projects with a specialization in Mechanical systems.
• Experience working on commercial, residential, mixed-use, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, aviation, transportation, data center, or infrastructure projects.
• UAE/GCC project experience is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of Mechanical systems and BIM-based project delivery processes.

Technical Skills

Mandatory Software

• Autodesk Revit MEP
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Navisworks
• Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) / BIM 360
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Software

• Dynamo
• Autodesk Recap Pro
• HAP
• Carrier HAP
• BIM Collaborate Pro
• Power BI

BIM Knowledge

• BIM Execution Plans (BEP)
• Common Data Environment (CDE)
• ISO 19650 Standards
• Clash Detection \& Resolution
• Level of Development (LOD)
• BIM Documentation and Digital Deliverables
• Model-based Quantity Extraction
• MEP Coordination Workflows

Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of Mechanical building services and HVAC systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and quality.
• Effective communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong mentoring and team collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to project delivery.

Why Join iTech?

• Opportunity to work on landmark projects across the UAE and GCC.
• Exposure to advanced BIM technologies and digital engineering practices.
• Collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV, portfolio of relevant MEP projects, software proficiency details, current location, visa status, and availability to [email protected]

Subject:Application – Senior BIM Engineer-MEP (Mechanical)

Preferred Availability: Immediate to 30 Days.