The Role
Smart Design Studio is recruiting for an experienced, proactive and highly collaborative BIM Manager.
This full-time position is responsible for leading and managing Building Information Modelling (BIM) and supporting key digital systems across the practice. Working closely with Directors, Project Architects and project teams, you will establish and maintain BIM standards, workflows and technology platforms that support the delivery of exceptional architecture.
As BIM Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the studio’s digital design environment, ensuring consistency, efficiency and technical excellence throughout all project phases. You will oversee BIM implementation, project setup, model quality control, staff training and digital innovation while also supporting the management of software platforms, digital tools and coordination with our external IT consultants.
This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on project involvement. You will be responsible for maintaining and evolving our BIM standards, managing project models, supporting project teams, driving continuous improvement and researching emerging BIM, automation and AI-enabled workflows.
You will have proven experience in a BIM leadership role within an architectural practice, excellent communication skills, advanced Revit expertise and a passion for design technology, innovation and project delivery excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement and maintain Smart Design Studio’s BIM standards, templates, libraries and workflows.
- Prepare BIM Execution Plans and establish BIM requirements for new projects.
- Set up and manage project models, Autodesk Construction Cloud environments and project information systems.
- Provide BIM leadership, technical support and troubleshooting assistance to project teams.
- Monitor model quality, BIM compliance, version control and project documentation standards.
- Facilitate consultant coordination,
model integration and BIM data exchange processes.
- Conduct regular model audits and assist teams in resolving complex modelling and documentation challenges.
- Deliver Revit and BIM training, mentoring and onboarding for staff at all levels.
- Maintain and develop the BIM Manual, SharePoint Hub, digital resources and automation tools.
- Research and implement recent BIM technologies, AI workflows and process improvements.
- Manage BIM-related software licensing and liaise with external IT consultants regarding software deployment, updates and hardware requirements.
- Support the continuous improvement of the studio’s digital design, documentation and project delivery capabilities.
What sets Smart Design Studio apart as a workplace? Community: we celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe that a diverse team leads to richer perspectives and better outcomes. We are committed to creating an inclusive community where everyone feels welcome and valued.
Continuous learning: we encourage the professional development of our team members. We run in-house masterclasses, invite visitors to the studio to present topics accredited for CPD points and to crit projects. We stay up to date with Sydney’s architectural scene, keeping staff informed about relevant talks and seminars.
Culture: striving for excellence requires dedication and hard work but we encourage our staff to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We ensure there are always staff social events in our calendar such as wellness activities, all staff lunches and Friday evening gatherings.
If you are able to demonstrate the above qualities and would like to apply for this position then please email your cover letter describing your experience that meets the criteria of the role and your CV.
Send to
[email protected] with the reference “2026 – BIM Manager – add your own name” in the subject line. Please note, only applications with that subject heading and Sydney based applicants will be considered.
📌 BIM Manager (Alexandria)
🏢 Smart Design Studio
📍 Alexandria