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At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Your Role

We are seeking a skilled and forward-thinking BIM Manager to join our growing Digital Continuity and Manufacturing team. This role is pivotal in shaping and delivering our BIM strategy across a range of infrastructure and engineering projects, with a particular focus on the Energy & Utilities and Defence sectors.

  • You will play a key role in evaluating digital platforms, establishing robust Common Data Environment (CDE) practices, and advising on software solutions that support our clients’ digital transformation goals.

  • You will join a team working on high-profile infrastructure and engineering projects, contributing to the development and implementation of digital engineering strategies. You will use creative problem-solving skills to formulate, develop, and deliver BIM and digital platform solutions.

    Your profile

  • Lead the evaluation and implementation of software platforms for design, construction, and asset information management.

  • Provide consultative input on digital tool selection, including conducting market surveys, RFIs, and vendor interviews.

  • Ensure platform compatibility with automation, prefabrication, and digital delivery workflows.

  • Develop and maintain BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), standards, and protocols aligned with ISO 19650.

    If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply, your unique experience could be just what we need.

    What you’ll love about working here

  • Hybrid working up to 70%

  • Possibility to work up to 45 days per year from abroad



Open access to digital learning platforms

Need to know

* All roles will require a level of security clearance; BPSS OR Security Clearance

* To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

* You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem

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