BIM Manager – F&B, Retail & Commercial Projects YRG Group

Job Title: BIM Manager F&B Retail & Commercial Projects

Department: Design & Engineering

Reports To: Head of Design / Technical Director

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary:

The BIM Manager will lead the implementation and coordination of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes across multiple F&B retail and commercial fit-out projects. This role ensures that BIM standards workflows and deliverables are maintained throughout the design and construction phases to achieve efficient project delivery design accuracy and cross-discipline collaboration. Experience working on Middle East projects and familiarity with regional standards authorities requirements and fast-track retail environments will be a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

1. BIM Strategy & Implementation

Develop implement and maintain BIM execution plans (BEP) for all projects.

Establish and enforce BIM standards templates and best practices across all design and engineering disciplines.

Lead BIM coordination workshops and ensure proper integration between architectural structural and MEP models.

2. Project Coordination & Delivery

Manage and oversee BIM workflows from concept through construction documentation.

Support design teams in model development data accuracy and clash detection using BIM tools.

Ensure all project models align with client requirements brand standards and local authority regulations.

3. Technical Leadership

Provide technical guidance and training to in-house design teams consultants and contractors.

Evaluate and implement new BIM technologies and workflows to improve efficiency and collaboration.

Coordinate with external consultants suppliers and project managers to ensure smooth information exchange.

4. Quality Control & Reporting

Conduct model audits and quality checks to ensure compliance with BIM protocols.

Prepare and deliver project-specific BIM progress reports and coordination summaries.

Manage model versioning file naming conventions and digital asset management systems.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture Engineering or a related field.

Minimum 710 years of professional experience with at least 35 years in a BIM management role.

Proven experience in F&B retail or commercial projects (fit-out and design coordination).

Middle East experience preferred with understanding of regional building codes authority submission standards and fast-track retail delivery processes.

Proficient in Revit Navisworks AutoCAD Dynamo and BIM 360 (or equivalent platforms).

Familiar with 3D coordination clash detection and construction documentation workflows.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong leadership and team coordination abilities

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills

Advanced knowledge of BIM workflows and interoperability

Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple concurrent projects

Familiarity with sustainability and digital twin concepts (preferred)