Deputy Head of BIM

Job Introduction

We have a vacancy for a Deputy Head of BIM on our HS2 London Tunnels Contract. 

Reporting to and supporting the Head of BIM, you will be responsible for delivering the Employer's BIM requirements as described in the accepted BIM Execution Plan, including BIM Benefits, BIM Capabilities and KPIs.

Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. 

Role Responsibility

• Working closely with the Head of BIM in delivering the Employer’s BIM requirements (WI350) as described in the accepted BEP, including BIM Benefits, BIM Capabilities, KPIs etc.
• Working closely with the Area BIM Leads (East, Central, West) in Sharing and Managing the PIM (Project Information Model) and the AIM (Asset Information Model) throughout the technical lifecycle to all stakeholders (including HS2, SCS, Supply Chain).
• Working with the Head of BIM and Area BIM Leads (where required) in ensuring procedures are up to date and accurate for supply chain engagement and deliverables (including but not limited to SWI900).
• Providing support to the Head of BIM and Area BIM Leads (where required) on the management and maintenance of the BIM Team dashboards.
• Stepping into Head of BIM responsibilities when they are absent or otherwise engaged.
• Liaising, coordinating and collaborating with Design House BIM Lead to address  opportunities and challenges associated with Design House BIM Delivery.
• Working with the SCS BIM Team with managing change through the Employer’s Change process (PMIs, GCs etc).
• Liaising, coordinating and collaborating on managing change implemented via Technical Assurance and Other disciplines that drive BIM data deliverables, in particular in-depth data challenges affecting the BIM data throughout the project lifecycle (including various stakeholders such as DH, SCS and supply chain).
• Support and coordinate the SCS BIM Team on HS2 Assurance Reviews / TARs.
• Supporting the development and deployment of BIM data requirements associated with the mobile tech solutions across SCS JV (Zutec).
• Work closely with the SCS AssetWise and Document control team to ensure BIM processes are adhered to as well as ensure integration of system is streamlined, addressing and resolving challenges, e.g. TIDP creation, IFC drawing workflow.
• Participate in HS2’s Digital Engineering working group and to liaise with the client’s BIM Team and other Main Works Civil Contracts to ensure sharing of best practice, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Guiding, developing and empowering the BIM team in terms of technical and professional skills & competencies as well as encouraging behaviours / cultures  supporting collaboration across the project.
• Growing the team where necessary / providing assistance in recruiting BIM personnel.
• Providing focal point for information management issues on the project.
• Communicating and presenting BIM relevant topics and the SCS BIM approach to HS2 and stakeholders in support of the interface manager.

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong leadership, collaboration and communication skills at various levels (SLT/Director level and Team Leader level).
• Prior experience in managing a BIM Team.
• Thorough knowledge of the development and implementation of BEPs and BIM processes, especially with a data driven mindset.
• Deep understanding of UK BIM Framework: BS1192, PAS1192 and ISO 19650 suite of standards and Government Construction strategies.

About the Company

The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services

The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.

You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).

SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from candidates with a disability.

Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.

HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity.  Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.

It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House,  and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017  Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

SCS Railways