Digitalization / BIM Specialist📣 Job Ad

About Applus+ and the Role

Applus+ is a global leader in inspection, testing, and certification services, providing innovative solutions across key industries such as energy, construction, environment, and infrastructure. Operating in over 70 countries, Applus+ is committed to operational excellence and maintaining high safety and environmental standards. We are seeking a Digitalization / BIM Specialist to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on a full-time basis.

Role Overview and Objectives

This role is central to developing, maintaining, and managing digital engineering models, CAD drawings, and BIM deliverables throughout project lifecycles. The specialist will support the organization's digital transformation initiatives by implementing BIM standards, creating accurate technical documentation, managing project data, and fostering seamless collaboration among stakeholders. This position bridges traditional drafting practices with modern BIM and digitalization technologies within engineering, construction, infrastructure, and surveying projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and coordinate BIM models using industry-standard software, ensuring compliance with BIM Execution Plans (BEP) and project requirements.
• Perform model federation, clash detection, and coordination reviews, supporting multidisciplinary coordination.
• Generate BIM deliverables, including 3D models, schedules, quantities, and reports.
• Prepare accurate 2D and 3D drawings, layouts, plans, elevations, sections, and details, converting sketches and engineering designs into CAD drawings.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, and document control procedures, producing shop drawings and as-built documentation.
• Support digital transformation initiatives, developing and managing digital asset databases and document management systems.
• Integrate survey, GIS, laser scanning, and reality capture data into BIM environments, and assist in implementing Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, and contractors, providing BIM/CAD support and tracking project deliverables.
• Ensure all drawings and models comply with industry standards, company procedures, ISO, and project-specific standards, conducting quality checks.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Diploma degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Geomatics, Survey Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 7-10 years of experience in BIM modeling, CAD drafting, digital engineering, or construction technology.
• Experience in engineering, infrastructure, surveying, construction, or consultancy projects is preferred.

Technical Competencies and Standards

Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in industry-standard BIM and CAD software. The role requires a strong understanding of BIM workflows, protocols, and digital construction methodologies, including experience with Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms. Adherence to ISO, BIM, and project-specific standards is essential, alongside skills in data integrity, version control, and information security compliance.

Company Culture and Professional Development

Applus+ fosters a culture of integrity, technical leadership, and continuous professional development. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to significant digital transformation initiatives within a global organization committed to helping clients achieve operational excellence.