WSP in Africa

BIM Leader, Water

WSP in Africa  •  Brisbane, AU (Hybrid)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you’ll be part of our growing Water team, delivering impactful water infrastructure projects across Queensland and beyond. With access to global expertise and industry-leading professionals, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful, technically complex work while building a career that’s uniquely yours.

WSP’s Water Business Group is expanding, and we have a newly created opportunity for a BIM Leader to join our national CAD and Digital Engineering team. This role is Brisbane-based, with a primary focus on delivering major projects across Queensland, while also supporting key programs nationally.

In this role, you’ll lead the rollout of our Water BIM Strategy, driving innovation, standardisation, and high-quality digital delivery across projects.

You’ll contribute to major water infrastructure programs, including treatment plants, pump stations, and network upgrades, combining strong local delivery with national collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of Digital Engineering and BIM strategy across Queensland-based and national projects
  • Identify and drive opportunities to embed advanced digital workflows and innovation across programs
  • Act as a technical leader and digital champion through forums, working groups, and stakeholder engagement
  • Mentor and uplift capability across drafting and design teams
  • Drive excellence in BIM modelling, coordination, QA/QC, and digital delivery standards

About You

  • Proven experience leading BIM delivery within infrastructure projects (water/utilities highly regarded)
  • D&C project experience highly desirable
  • Advanced capability in Civil 3D, Revit, Navisworks and BIM coordination platforms
  • Strong understanding of ISO 19650, BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), and digital delivery frameworks
  • Experience managing multi-disciplinary model coordination across complex environments
  • Exposure to 4D/5D modelling, data-rich environments, and asset lifecycle integration
  • Demonstrated ability to lead change, uplift capability, and influence technical outcomes

Why Join WSP Brisbane?

  • Be part of a growing water team with a strong pipeline of major projects
  • Deliver critical infrastructure that supports Queensland communities
  • Access national and global Digital Engineering expertise
  • Flexible working arrangements (hybrid + work-life balance)
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers
  • Option to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave (including school leave program of up to 8 weeks)
  • Clear career pathways, mentoring, and professional development
  • Inclusive, collaborative culture with strong leadership support
  • Opportunities to work across Australia and globally
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan (become a WSP shareholder)

How You’ll Work

You’ll be based in our Brisbane office, working closely with local project teams while collaborating with our national Digital Engineering network. This role offers a mix of office, site, and hybrid working—providing exposure to both local delivery and large-scale national programs.

We are also open to applicants based in the Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of water infrastructure in Queensland, we’d love to hear from you.

WSP in Africa

About WSP in Africa

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.​

Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.​

Visit us at https://www.wsp.com/en-ZA/

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
1885
Website
wsp.com
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