At Protec, we are continuing to invest in digital innovation and are seeking an experienced BIM Manager to lead and develop BIM across our Fire & Security division. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of BIM delivery across a wide range of life safety and security projects, including fire detection and alarm systems, gaseous suppression systems, CCTV, access control, voice alarm systems, disabled refuge systems, and integrated security solutions. As part of our commitment to delivering industry-leading Fire & Security solutions, you will play a pivotal role in driving best practice information management, digital collaboration, and BIM implementation throughout the project and asset lifecycle. You will lead our journey towards full alignment with ISO 19650, ensuring that project information is generated, managed, exchanged, and secured in accordance with internationally recognised standards. Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders, you will help position Protec as a leading provider of BIM-enabled life safety solutions within the construction, infrastructure, and building services sectors.
Person Specification Typical Responsibilities
- Closing Date:TBC
- Job Location:Nelson, Head Office
As our BIM Manager, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of BIM across Protec's Fire & Security projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and the effective management of information throughout the design, construction, handover, and operational phases of projects.
A key aspect of the role will be driving compliance with the ISO 19650 suite of standards, ensuring a consistent approach to information management, data classification, security, collaboration, and information exchange across all projects. This will support both project delivery and the long-term management of critical fire and life safety assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead BIM delivery across Fire & Security projects, ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant, and aligned with client, regulatory, and project requirements.
- Develop, implement, and manage BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and project information management strategies.
- Ensure compliance with the ISO 19650 framework, including:
ISO 19650-1 (Concepts and Principles)
ISO 19650-2 (Delivery Phase of Assets)
ISO 19650-3 (Operational Phase of Assets)
ISO 19650-4 (Information Exchange)
ISO 19650-5 (Security-Minded Information Management)
- Support Protec's alignment with the UK BIM Framework and wider industry information management requirements.
- Develop and maintain Common Data Environment (CDE) processes to ensure secure, accurate, and controlled management of project information.
- Establish standards for information generation, classification, validation, exchange, and security relating to fire detection, suppression, and security systems.
- Coordinate federated models, undertaking clash detection and interdisciplinary coordination with wider construction, architectural, structural, and M&E disciplines.
- Ensure all BIM deliverables meet Employer's Information Requirements (EIRs), Asset Information Requirements (AIRs), and organisational information requirements where applicable.
- Manage the development and maintenance of fire and security-specific BIM object libraries, templates, standards, and workflows.
- Support the creation and validation of Asset Information Models (AIMs) and structured asset data to facilitate building operation, maintenance, compliance, and lifecycle management.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate digital representations of life safety systems and support the production of as-built information.
- Act as the primary BIM and digital information management lead for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Support business-wide BIM maturity improvements and continuous development of digital delivery processes.
- Deliver BIM training, mentoring, and guidance to internal teams to embed best practices and improve capability.
- Monitor BIM performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive innovation across the Fire & Security business.
- Support the business in achieving and maintaining ISO 19650 certification and compliance.
Candidates shall be able to demonstrate the necessary qualifications, experience, skills, and traits to meet the requirements set below. Requirements for the role shall be evidenced on the application form and in the interview process. Please use the following as guidance when completing the further information section of your application form.
Qualifications
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
ISO 19650 Practitioner or Lead Practitioner certification.
Essential
Application
A relevant qualification in BIM, Construction, Building Services, Engineering, Information Management, or a related discipline
Essential
Application
Experience
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
Experience developing and managing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), Information Delivery Plans (IDPs), and project BIM standards.
Essential
Interview / Application
Proven experience in a BIM Manager, BIM Lead, or Senior BIM Coordinator role
Essential
Interview / Application
Strong knowledge and practical application of the ISO 19650 suite of standards and the UK BIM Framework.
Essential
Interview / Application
Experience implementing information management processes, Common Data Environments (CDEs), and BIM governance procedures.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Experience delivering BIM on live construction, building services, infrastructure, or Fire & Security projects.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Strong understanding of information exchange requirements, classification systems, data validation, and digital asset information management.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Experience developing BIM standards, object libraries, BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), and company BIM procedures.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Understanding of information security principles and security-minded BIM practices in accordance with ISO 19650-5.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Experience supporting organisational BIM maturity programmes and ISO 19650 implementation or certification initiatives would be beneficial.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Skills / Abilities
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
Proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, and Common Data Environment platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (BIM 360), Viewpoint, Asite, or equivalent
Desirable
Interview / Application
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Essential
Interview / Application
Excellent communication, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
Essential
Interview / Application
Other
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
Experience building and developing BIM teams.
Essential
Interview / Application
Knowledge of COBie, IFC workflows, Asset Information Models (AIMs), Asset Information Requirements (AIRs), and Employer's Information Requirements (EIRs).
Desirable
Interview / Application
Experience within Fire Detection, Fire Suppression, Security Systems, Building Services, or Life Safety sectors would be highly advantageous.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Email your CV, job application form and any relevant further information to [email protected]
