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Lead VDC Coordinator | GlasgowKirby Group Engineering · Glasgow
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Lead VDC Coordinator | Glasgow

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-02 Glasgow Hybrid Construction
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 3,333 GBP–4,583 GBP/mo

About the Company

Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects. To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability. To work with the best. Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About the Role

The Lead VDC Coordinator is responsible for managing and implementing digital construction processes, primarily leveraging BIM (Building Information Modelling), to support project delivery. This leadership role coordinates multidisciplinary design teams, ensures model integration, and drives innovation across construction projects.

Responsibilities

  • ● Lead the implementation of VDC/BIM strategies across projects
  • ● Develop and enforce BIM Execution Plans (BEP)
  • ● Set project standards for modelling, coordination, and digital delivery
  • ● Mentor and manage junior VDC coordinators and BIM technicians
  • ● Oversee federated model development across disciplines (Architectural, Structural, MEP)
  • ● Conduct clash detection using tools like Navisworks, Revizto, or Solibri
  • ● Chair coordination meetings and track issue resolution
  • ● Ensure models are aligned with project timelines and deliverables
  • ● Collaborate with:
  • ● Design consultants
  • ● Contractors and subcontractors
  • ● Project managers and site teams
  • ● Act as primary point of contact for all BIM-related queries
  • ● Promote adoption of digital tools (e.g., drones, 4D/5D simulation, digital twins)
  • ● Support construction sequencing (4D scheduling)
  • ● Assist quantity take-offs (5D BIM)
  • ● Evaluate and integrate new technologies
  • ● Ensure models comply with company and client BIM standards
  • ● Maintain Common Data Environment (CDE) (e.g., BIM 360, ACC, ProjectWise)
  • ● Perform model audits and QA checks
  • ● Manage version control and data integrity
  • ● Track BIM KPIs and project performance metrics
  • ● Provide regular reports to project leadership
  • ● Highlight risks and opportunities related to digital delivery
  • ● Advanced knowledge of:
  • ● Autodesk Revit
  • ● Navisworks / Solibri
  • ● BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • ● Strong understanding of:
  • ● ISO 19650 standards
  • ● BIM workflows and coordination processes
  • ● Experience with 4D/5D tools (Synchro, CostX, etc.) is a plus
  • ● Familiarity with scripting (Dynamo, Python) beneficial
  • ● Strong leadership and mentoring ability
  • ● Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • ● Problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • ● Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • ● Degree in:
  • ● Construction Management
  • ● Engineering (Civil, Structural, MEP)
Credential Requirements for United Kingdom
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ARB Registration

Architects Registration Board

Must have to work
Cost: GBP 200–400/year Timeline: 6–12 months

Protected title — illegal to call yourself Architect without it

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Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Engineering Council UK

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Cost: GBP 200–500 Timeline: 6–18 months