Role Overview

The Senior Digital Design / BIM Support Specialist provides high-level, hands-on support and strategic guidance across multiple project teams, enabling them to deliver excellence in digital design and execution. Reporting into the Head of BIM, the role ensures consistent adoption of best practices, compliance with standards, and continuous evolution of digital workflows across the studio.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert day-to-day support to project teams in the use of tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), project CDE solutions, Atvero (document management), and other related digital platforms.

Lead and facilitate digital coordination activities, such as clash avoidance workshops, regular model performance audits, and issue resolution sessions with external consultants.

Champion and enforce compliance with BS EN ISO 19650 standards; embed and monitor adherence to BIM protocols across all projects.

Assist development, roll-out, and delivery of training, CPD programmes, and best-practice workshops covering modelling techniques, project setup, and digital workflows.

Support the Head of BIM in evolving digital standards, templates, and guidance documentation; contribute to continuous improvement.

Oversee project information reviews to satisfy both client and internal quality/compliance requirements.

Mentor and guide staff at various levels to enhance their digital and BIM skills.

Collaborate with external consultants, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve coordination challenges and enhance collaboration.

Act as a senior point of contact for digital delivery queries within the studio.

Capture lessons learned on digital workflows and disseminate insights to shape firm-wide digital innovation strategies.

Candidate Profile & Experience

Significant experience (10+ years) in BIM / digital support roles within architectural practices or similar environments.

Strong architectural background with genuine interest in applying digital tools to support project delivery.

Advanced proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, ACC, CDEs, and associated digital platforms.

Deep understanding and practical experience of the BS EN ISO 19650 standard, with proven record of embedding this in live projects.

BIM certification (or equivalent professional accreditation) is highly desirable.

Excellent communicator who can lead training, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.

Comfortable supporting and coaching staff at all levels.

Highly organised, proactive, and able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

Commitment to quality, compliance, and process excellence.

What the Role Offers

Opportunity to work on significant projects, including heritage-sensitive and high-profile commissions.

A senior, influential role at the forefront of digital innovation and delivery standards within the practice.

A collaborative and supportive studio environment with knowledge sharing and professional development.

Continued exposure to cutting-edge digital tools and evolving workflows