HVAC BIM Modeller

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact. 

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centered engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.  

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognizes the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.  

What kind of talent do we pursue? 

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy. 

Job Overview

We are seeking a HVAC BIM Modeller to join our team in Cape Town. The candidate will work with our engineering team to produce detailed design documentation for HVAC systems on exciting international projects. 

Role Responsibilities

• Execute the 3D digital build with the required authoring software to accurately capture the design and all design related data. 

• Pay careful consideration to the context, relevant interfaces, and buildability of the model elements during the digital build. 

• Ensure that the details developed are technically feasible. 

• Ensure that all required metadata not automatically generated is manually added to the digital build elements, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and a real commitment to data accuracy. 

• Achieve completion of various aspects of the digital build as set out in the MIDP and TIDP to maintain the agreed cadence of model federation and information sharing. 

• Achieve ongoing project adherence to the BEP/EIRs and communicate opportunities for efficiency enhancement to the BIM coordinator and other team members. 

• Pay close attention to quality of outputs, review and self-check modelling work to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation  

• Demonstrate ongoing improvement in software and technical understanding 

Minimum Requirements 

• Minimum Matric or Equivalent and an industry recognized Modelling or Draughting qualification. 

• Minimum of 3 or more years’ experience as an HVAC BIM Modeller using Revit to produce models, outputs and documentation. 

• Revit for HVAC is a minimum requirement as the main authoring software.  

•  AutoCAD and automation packages such as Dynamo/Grasshopper/Rhino is advantageous. 

• Familiarity with BIM360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud advantageous. 

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to frequent project changes. 

• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team. 

• Have the ability to use initiative to resolve tasks or problems. 

• Extensive experience in modeling and detailing chilled water systems, central cooling and heating systems and large scape ventilation systems. 

• Must be able to lead a team to deliver a task and goals. Minimum 1 - 2 years of experience. 

• Must be able to communicate well both written and verbally. 

Key  Requirements 

• Experience in modeling and detailing chilled water HVAC systems. 

• Experience in modeling and detailing shop drawings. 

• Familiarity of ASHRAE design and construction principles. 

• Experience with modelling to LOIN / LOD / LOI requirements. 

• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand HVAC drawings and specifications 

• Exceptional attention to detail, orgization and time management skills 

• Exceptional communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment 

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success.  We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.  We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.  In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.