Summary
Al Shirawi Group is seeking a BIM Coordinator in Dubai for interior fit-out and joinery projects. The role includes coordinating multidisciplinary BIM models, detecting clashes, preparing shop drawings and as-built models, and managing model information and submissions. The coordinator will work with design, MEP, procurement, site, supplier, and joinery production teams, and provide technical guidance to modellers and draughtsmen. Applicants need a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and at least 5 years of BIM experience; advanced Revit and Navisworks Manage skills are required.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain coordinated BIM models for interior fit-out and joinery works.
- Review architectural, structural, MEP, specialist, and ID models to identify coordination issues.
- Perform clash detection and issue clear coordination reports for resolution.
- Coordinate with design, technical, MEP, project, procurement, and site teams.
- Prepare and update coordinated shop drawings, builders’ work drawings, reflected ceiling plans, and construction details.
- Review subcontractor and supplier models for compliance with project requirements.
- Ensure that model information, naming conventions, LOD, parameters, and file structures comply with the approved BIM Execution Plan.
- Manage model exchanges through the Common Data Environment and maintain proper version control.
- Attend BIM coordination meetings and follow up on identified clashes and outstanding actions.
- Extract schedules, quantities, and other project information from BIM models as required.
- Incorporate approved site changes and prepare accurate as-built BIM models and drawings.
- Support the preparation of BIM submission packages, including federated models, clash reports, and model validation reports.
- Coordinate joinery interfaces with architectural finishes, MEP services, ceilings, flooring, and specialist systems.
- Provide technical support and guidance to BIM modellers and CAD draughtsmen.
- Monitor model quality and ensure submissions are completed within the approved programme.
- Highlight design discrepancies, missing information, and constructability concerns to the Senior Technical Manager.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of BIM experience, preferably within the UAE interior fit-out and joinery industry.
- Strong experience in BIM coordination, shop drawings, and as-built model preparation.
- Good understanding of interior fit-out construction, joinery, architectural finishes, and MEP coordination.
- Experience working on hospitality, residential, commercial, or high-end interior projects is preferred.
- Familiarity with UAE authority and project submission requirements is an advantage.
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit and Navisworks Manage.
- Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM collaboration platforms.
- Experience in clash detection, model federation, and coordination reporting.
- Knowledge of BIM standards, LOD requirements, COBie, and ISO 19650 principles.
- Ability to extract drawings, schedules, and quantities from BIM models.
- Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM 360 is preferred.
- Knowledge of Dynamo or other BIM automation tools is an advantage.
Key Competencies
- Strong technical coordination and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to understand design intent and construction methodology.
- Good communication and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
- Strong attention to detail and document-control discipline.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet submission deadlines.
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving coordination issues.
- Ability to work independently and guide BIM modellers and draughtsmen.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for producing architectural & I.D shop drawings independently for small projects and in collaboration with architectural technicians while working on large projects.
- Responsible for coordination with suppliers of various materials while detailing shop drawing.
- Responsible for coordinating with in house joinery production department while detailing any joinery elements to ensure workable & cost effective details are proposed in shop drawing.
- Responsible for coordinating with Operations team (site engineers & Project Managers) to provide them with adequate drawings to carry out their site execution work
- Maintain/organize project files, schedules and specifications. Ensure all documentation & information received from main contractor/ suppliers/client/authorities/consultants & subcontractors are all filed as per the Design Department filing procedure.
- Responsible for making site visit and assisting the construction & production teams with any technical issues.
- Attend progress meetings on site to ensure the technical drawings are produced effectively and approved within the contractual time.
- To coordinate pre & post QS to ensure technical details.
- Maintain and update RFI’s & clarifications supported with 2D & 3D illustrations both using CAD & hand sketches
- Preparing of authority approval drawings for DM & DCD approvals
- Handling any other design jobs as delegated by the HOD