BIM Director

What if your next role gave you the opportunity not only to advance BIM practices, but to directly influence how a national engineering firm designs, collaborates, and delivers its projects?

BPA is looking for a Director, BIM to lead the evolution of our BIM practices and digital production tools across Canada.

Reporting to the Vice President, Operational Excellence, you will play a strategic role at the intersection of engineering, technology, and operations.

Your mandate: define the vision, mobilize teams, and turn that vision into practical solutions that improve the performance of our projects and our people.

You will act as a strategic bridge between Engineering, Information Technology (IT), and Software Development, helping evolve the way we work and positioning BPA as a leader in digital innovation and operational efficiency.

Your Impact

We are seeking a leader capable of transforming our BIM practices on a national scale, influencing key technology decisions, and shaping the future of BPA’s digital production tools to position the organization as a recognized leader in innovation and efficiency.

Reporting to the Vice President, Operational Excellence, you will act as a strategic bridge between engineering teams, Information Technology (IT), and Software Development to optimize performance, improve processes, and support the organization’s growth.

Your main responsibilities

Technology development and strategy

• Define and lead the BIM/VDC strategy in alignment with the company’s business objectives, operational excellence, and organizational and digital transformation initiatives, in collaboration with the Vice President, Operational Excellence.
• Act as an influential leader and effectively communicate the added value of proposed tools and solutions to internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as the strategic link between Engineering, Software Development, and IT teams to ensure the integration and evolution of systems.
• Maintain continuous technology monitoring, anticipate market evolution, recommend innovative solutions, and ensure the seamless integration of digital tools into operations.
• Define and lead a BIM/VDC data governance and management strategy throughout the project lifecycle while ensuring operational fluidity.

Performance and Management

• Ensure BIM initiatives are aligned with profitability objectives by maximizing operational efficiency and project performance.
• Work closely with field teams to support tool adoption and ensure solutions are adapted to operational realities.
• Lead, mobilize, and develop the BIM department.
• Ensure the overall performance of BIM/VDC practices and the quality of deliverables across the organization.
• Standardize processes, methods, and tools to ensure consistency and operational efficiency.
• Support various leadership teams and departments in adopting digital tools and best practices.
• Plan technology investments based on the company’s strategic priorities and coordinate budget management with IT.

Profile we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Strong understanding of the realities of engineering practice and/or consulting engineering
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (or equivalent), considered an asset
• 10 to 14 years of relevant experience, including significant experience in BIM/VDC and team management
• Bilingualism (French and English, spoken and written)*
• Proven experience in digital transformation, process optimization, or technology solution deployment
• Excellent mastery of BIM environments and data management practices
• Good understanding of systems and technology integrations
• Strategic leadership, strong influencing skills, and ability to thrive in a matrix environment
• Pragmatic mindset and continuous improvement orientation
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
• Business acumen, results-oriented mindset, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Availability for occasional travel across Canada based on organizational needs

*Proficiency in English is required to support our operations across Canada and collaborate with our teams and clients in other provinces.

Build your career with us and enjoy…

• A culture built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our work.
• A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
• A hybrid work policy that promotes balance between professional and personal life.
• A competitive total compensation package, including a market-driven salary, a comprehensive group insurance plan, and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
• Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
• The “Finding Balance” program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.

We are committed to the principles of employment equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all our offices in Canada.We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any stage of the selection process.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.

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