Studio Design Technology Manager – Office/Commercial

Job description / Role

Studio Design Technology Manager – Office/Commercial – Dubai - Permanent - £Neg

Our client a leading global Architectural practice is seeking a Studio Design Technology Manager for its Dubai practice. This role is vital to the firm’s design strategy.

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing BIM and other technology applied to architectural projects
• Lead the implementation of Design Technology related methodologies and skills within the studio, including Building Information Modelling (BIM), parametric design and building analysis
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve project delivery outcomes through the application of appropriate design technology related techniques and strategies and resolve problems on studio projects
• Collaborate with the Global Design Technology Team to implement our clients Global Design Technology Strategy
• Develop and promote our clients reputation for design technology related expertise and quality project delivery, including participation in local industry events and technical forums
• Deliver studio wide, project and individual training to address identified skill gaps, and a goal of continuous improvement for all staff in design technology related tools and techniques
• Review and address quality related aspects of BIMs
• Assist and collaborate with other Studio Design Technology Managers and the Global Design Technology Team to deliver multi-studio or complex projects

Requirements

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Architecture, Engineering or a related discipline
• 5 years’ experience of using BIM for the delivery of complex projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability use time effectively, maximise efficiency, and meet challenging goals
• Ability to determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance
• Ability to work as part of a team, and independently
• Strong knowledge of computer systems and software applications
• Extensive experience with the use of technology on large and complex projects
• Extensive knowledge of BIM practices, standards and techniques
• Expert knowledge of Autodesk Revit
• Knowledge of related BIM design, analysis and delivery tools (e.g. Rhino, Ecotect, Navisworks)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award winning and leading Architectural practice in their Dubai office working on an exciting array of projects.

About the Company

Velocity Recruitment started from 16 years experience between the Directors, who were encouraged by their clients and candidates to establish a company that would provide a more tailored service within contingent and Executive search recruitment. We work with Construction, Architecture, Facilities Management and Building Services candidates from Graduate to Board Level.

Velocity provides an international no nonsense service where the only concern is to take care of our clients and candidates.