BIM Lead in Frankfurt am Main

Elusav Recruitment have a exciting opportunity for a BIM Lead to join one of Europe's most well respected Engineering contractors. Based in Frankfurt, Germany for a Greenfield Data Center build.

The BIM Lead is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and governance of Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes across pharmaceutical projects, with a primary focus on mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the BIM Execution Plan (BEP) in line with client standards, ISO 19650, and project-specific requirements.
• Define model authoring standards, naming conventions, LOD/LOI requirements, and data exchange protocols.
• Ensure BIM workflows support GMP, GxP, and validation processes.
• Manage and coordinate mechanical (HVAC, process utilities, cleanroom systems) and electrical (power, lighting, BMS, ELV) models.
• Lead clash detection, model federation, and spatial coordination across MEP, architectural, structural, and process models.
• Drive resolution of design and constructability issues in collaboration with engineering and site teams.
• Support projects from concept and detailed design through fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
• Oversee the development of fabrication-level models suitable for modular construction and off-site manufacture.
• Align BIM outputs with construction sequencing, installation logic, and site constraints. Stakeholder & Vendor Management.
• Act as the primary BIM interface with clients, design consultants, equipment vendors, and subcontractors.
• Review and integrate vendor and OEM models, ensuring compliance with project BIM standards.
• Facilitate BIM coordination meetings and technical workshops.
• Ensure accurate asset data capture to support commissioning, handover, and FM integration.
• Manage model data alignment with CMMS, CAFM, and digital twin requirements where applicable.
• Support use of BIM for 4D, 5D, and construction planning as required by the project.
• Perform regular model audits to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with BIM and regulatory standards.
• Promote best practices in BIM, automation, and digital delivery within the project and organisation.
• Mentor BIM coordinators and engineers, contributing to skills development and standardisation.
• Strong experience managing BIM on pharmaceutical or regulated industrial projects.
• Expert knowledge of MEP systems and their coordination within complex facilities.
• Proficiency in Revit , CADworx or Plant3D , Navisworks, and common CDE platforms (e.g. ACC, ProjectWise).
• Solid understanding of LOD/LOI, ISO 19650, and BIM for fabrication and construction.
• Working knowledge of GMP, cleanroom design principles, and validation requirements.
• Experience supporting modular construction and off-site fabrication is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and coordination capability across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset

Requirements:

• Overall 5+ years' experience in a similar role in the construction sector.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or other relevant degree.
• Leadership ability (team building, coaching, mentoring, change management, advising).

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