BIM Technician - Building Services

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • St. Albans, Hertfordshire
  • 10/03/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

BIM Technician - Building Services (Revit MEP)

Location: St Albans
Salary: 30,000 - 35,000
Experience: 2+ years
Working Pattern: Office-based during 3-month probation, then hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)



Overview

A well-established building services consultancy based in St Albans is seeking a skilled BIM Technician to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of public sector projects, including government buildings, schools, and leisure centres. If you have a passion for building services design and are looking to enhance your BIM expertise within a collaborative and innovative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.



Benefits

  • Hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home after probation.
  • Exposure to a diverse range of public sector projects, including leisure centres, schools, and government buildings.
  • Opportunities for training and development in BIM processes, including COBie implementation and Dynamo scripting.
  • Collaborative and supportive engineering environment with mentorship from experienced professionals.
  • Competitive salary of 30,000 - 35,000.
  • Private medical aid for the individual and immediate family.
  • Company pension fund with employer contributions.
  • 25 days of annual leave.
  • Business travel costs covered.


Day-to-Day

  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and public health engineers to develop accurate and coordinated Revit models.
  • Translate engineering concepts into detailed BIM models and 2D drawings in line with RIBA Work Stages 1 to 5.
  • Coordinate MEP systems with architectural layouts and structural elements.
  • Manage drawing files and adhere to document control protocols.
  • Input and manage COBie data within MEP models.
  • Create and modify Revit families and system components as required.
  • Generate schedules and assist in producing quantity and asset data.


Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed MEP models and drawings using Revit.
  • Assist in creating coordinated building services BIM models.
  • Support engineers and project teams with technical drafting and model updates.
  • Ensure compliance with project BIM standards and UK industry requirements.
  • Prepare technical drawings and documentation to support project delivery.
  • Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure accurate and consistent model information.
  • Contribute to the development of automation workflows using tools like Dynamo (training provided).


Qualifications

Essential:

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience using Revit MEP in a building services environment.
  • Strong understanding of MEP modelling and drafting.
  • Familiarity with UK BIM workflows and standards.
  • Experience working on public sector or UK construction projects.
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills.
  • Right to work in the UK (British citizen or valid UK work visa).

Desirable (training provided):

  • Knowledge of COBie data structures and implementation for MEP systems.
  • Experience with coordination tools such as Autodesk Navisworks or Revizto.
  • Understanding of ISO 19650 and BIM level 2 standards.
  • Ability to write Dynamo scripts for workflow automation.

Join a consultancy that prides itself on delivering high-quality, award-winning projects while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. This is your chance to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Sound like an interesting fit? Apply now to take the next step!