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BIM Assistant

Full Time

Website SAOTA

South African-based firm SAOTA is a studio of architectural designers and technicians including in-house CGI and marketing teams, as well as strong support staff. It is driven by the dynamic combination of Stefan Antoni, Philip Olmesdahl, Greg Truen, Phillippe Fouché, Mark Bullivant, Roxanne Kaye, and Logen Gordon who share a potent vision easily distinguished in their design. This, paired with both an innovative and dedicated approach to the execution of projects, has seen SAOTA become an internationally sought-after brand.

SAOTA is seeking a Junior BIM Assistant to support the development and implementation of BIM workflows across our studio, provide frontline helpdesk assistance and help advance our Revit systems and standards.

  • This is a dynamic, hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, supporting others, and continuously improving digital tools and workflows in a fast-paced, high-performance design environment.
  • Please note – Only candidates currently residing in Cape Town, South Africa, will be considered for this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Helpdesk Support: Triage and respond to Revit helpdesk tickets, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues for project teams.
  • Revit Standards & Systems: Assist with maintaining Revit office standards, developing Revit systems, and contributing to system documentation and optimisation.
  • Training & Upskilling: Help create training materials, deliver tutorials, and contribute to the ongoing upskilling of staff in BIM workflows and Revit best practices.
  • Content Development: Generate and optimise Revit content, including geometry adapted for CGI use.
  • Research & Monitoring: Conduct in-depth research into plugins and new workflows, engage with developers on bugs and feature updates, and monitor hardware/software needs.
  • Documentation: Create and manage internal Revit procedures, best-practice documents, and system guidelines.

Essential Skills & Qualities

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Ability to manage varied and technical workloads independently
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Comfortable presenting findings and solutions clearly
  • Demonstrates accountability and follow-through on tasks
  • Team-oriented, with a big-picture mindset and proactive attitude
  • Strong systems knowledge and computer literacy (Revit proficiency is key)

Deliverables & Impact

  • Deliver reliable helpdesk support across the organisation
  • Maintain and develop Revit systems that support production excellence
  • Ensure staff have access to up-to-date BIM tools and training resources
  • Contribute to smoother workflows and reduced technical bottlenecks

Bonus Points (Advantageous Experience)

  • Experience with 3D modelling for CGI or visualisation workflows
  • Knowledge of Twinmotion, Lumion, and Enscape
  • Experience with Fusion 360 or advanced geometry modelling
  • Ability to visualise and troubleshoot potential system pitfalls
  • Familiarity with parametric family creation and advanced Revit modelling

Behavioural Fit

  • Professional, ethical, and reliable under pressure
  • Self-starter who enjoys teamwork and takes initiative
  • Confident decision-maker who balances detail with practicality
  • Excellent client service and communication instincts
  • Committed to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing

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