BIM

SALARY
REPORT
2020
NOITIDE
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SALARY EXPLANATION
AND HOW WE GOT THE RESULTS
A salary is the regular payment by an employer to an employee for employment
that is expressed either monthly or annually, but is paid most commonly on a
monthly basis, especially to white collar workers, managers, directors and
professionals.

A salary employee or salaried employee is paid a fixed amount of money each

month. Their earnings are typically supplemented with paid vacations and public
holidays, healthcare insurance in country’s without universal coverage, and other
benefits.

Salaries are usually determined by comparing what other people in similar

positions are paid in the same region and industry. Most large employers have
levels of pay rates and salary ranges which are linked to hierarchy and time
served.

Source: https://marketbusinessnews.com/financial-glossary/salary-definition-
meaning/

How we got the results:

We have checked portals with job offers, salary reports and in some cases
contacted the local BIM communities to get the minimum, average and maximum
salary for each of four positions.

SALARY ASSUMPTIONS
While making the salary list, we had to make some assumptions and
simplifications in order to be able to present the results in an uncomplicated way:

- Annual salary is presented, even though in different countries it may be more

usual to see monthly, weekly or hourly salary.

- We show only gross wage, as taxes in each country depends on many variables.

- Only the local currencies are shown, since the average exchange rate changes
daily.

- No benefits or bonuses are included.

- There is no distinction between people with different amount of experience.

- There is no distinction between private and state sectors.

- We have focused on an average salary in the whole country. There is no

distinction between big cities where salary can be higher than in the smaller ones.

- Consultant and contractor sector is considered together.

WHY ARE THERE ONLY FOUR TYPES
OF PROFESSION IN THE REPORT?
You can find a lot of different names for work positions related with BIM
technology. We have decided to include three of them, which we believe are
most representative for the industry: BIM Manager, BIM Coordinator and BIM
Technician / Modeler. To compare the salary to a more traditional profession,
we have also included CAD Drafter in the list.

BIM MANAGER
A BIM manager is an engineer responsible for implementing the BIM
procedures during the design, construction, and handover of a project. They
are responsible for various tasks such as defining a BIM strategy, choosing right
project tools, implementing systems for communication and data exchange,
managing people and resources. BIM managers tasks can vary from
implementing and managing project, support, teaching, quality control, IT and
even coding. BIM Managers have to know BIM processes from inside out as well
as have excellent communication and IT skills.

BIM COORDINATOR
A BIM Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the BIM project, setting the
BIM protocol, testing the various aspect models and communicating them with
all the people involved. As a coordinator it is important to have knowledge of
several aspects, such as the software required for checking, knowledge of BIM
and communication with other companies.

BIM TECHNICIAN / MODELER

A BIM Technician/Modeler is the person who has responsibility for creating and
developing a BIM model of construction. BIM modeler is able to make new own
defined elements and components (for example custom Revit families). Level of
responsibility can vary widely between projects and firms but usually works under
supervision and assists. This position is often an entry level job given to new
graduated engineers. Often BIM Technician is not licensed Architect/Engineer,
but skilled enough to understand the modeling requirements.

CAD DRAFTER
Computer-aided design (CAD) drafters make detailed technical drawings utilizing
computers with CAD software. The electronically created and stored drawings can
be viewed, printed, or programmed directly into automated manufacturing
systems. Unlike hand-drawn documentation, CAD systems allow to quickly
prepare variations of a design.The first CAD software was invented over 60 years
ago. Although CAD drafters have been a pillar of the design industry for the last 2
decades, the new professions, using new technologies - like BIM technician - are
taking over their position.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
BIM adoption state

In 2013, the Dubai Municipality issued circular (196), which mandated the use of BIM (Building Information
Modelling) for architectural and MEP work on certain projects. This was subsequently widened by circular (207)
in 2015 to include architectural and mechanical works for buildings that are above 20 floors, buildings, facilities
and compounds with areas larger than 200 thousand square foot, buildings and special facilities like hospitals
and universities, governmental projects, and projects by foreign offices.

Most popular job search websites in UAE

Naukrigulf https://arabic.naukrigulf.com/
Laimoon hhttps://jobs.laimoon.com/ar/uae
Edarabia https://www.edarabia.com/jobs/
Gulftalent https://www.gulftalent.com/
BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager AED 250 000 310 000 550 000

BIM Coordinator AED 160 000 240 000 310 000

BIM Technician / AED 100 000 170 000 260 000

BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter AED 50 000 140 000 200 000

AUSTRIA
BIM adoption state
Austria has started with BIM standards in 2015, and over the last years ASI (Austrian standards) has developed a
series of standards for the implementation of BIM based on IFC. They have already developed standards that
deal with BIM technology on level 3 ÖNORM A 6241-1. However, adaptation is not happening at the desired
pace. Many BIM specialists are still needed.

Most popular job search websites in Austria

Metajob https://metajob.at
Karriere https://www.karriere.at
Jobs.at https://www.jobs.at
Stepstone.at https://www.stepstone.at
Indeed https://at.indeed.com

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 53 000 61 500 70 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 40 000 48 500 57 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 28 000 35 500 43 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 25 000 31 500 38 000

AUSTRALIA
BIM adoption state
Seeing the advantages of using BIM technology, already in 2016 the Australian Government’s Standing
Committee on Infrastructure, Transport and Cities urged to make BIM compulsory on government funded
infrastructure projects exceeding AU$50 million in costs. However, different states in Australia follow their own
strategy. For instance, New South Wales Government mandated the use of BIM for Sydney Metro Northwest, a
project of roughly AU$8.3 billion, while the Government of Queensland, which is in front of the BIM
implementation in the country, has decided to follow the recommendation from 2016 and made BIM
mandatory for all public infrastructure projects of more than AU$50 million.

Most popular job search websites in Australia

Seek https://www.seek.com.au/
Indeed https://au.indeed.com/
AllJobs https://www.alljobs.com.au/
CareerOne https://www.careerone.com.au/
CareerJet https://www.careerjet.com.au/
BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager AUD 65 000 105 000 140 000

BIM Coordinator AUD 55 000 80 000 110 000

BIM Technician /
AUD 50 000 72 500 95 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter AUD 46 000 70 500 95 000

BELGIUM
BIM adoption state
Belgium does not have BIM standards but there is a BIM Portal which is supported by CSTC (Centre Scientifique
et Technique de la Construction) in French and in Dutch. In 2015 ADEB-VBA (Association of major Belgian
contractors) released the guide to Building Information Modelling. What's more, BESIX is the first Belgian
construction company as well as the first general contractor in Europe to receive BIM level 2 certification.

Most popular job search websites in Belgium

Stepstone https://stepstone.be
Myjob https://myjob.be
Indeed https://be.indeed.com
Belgievacature https://belgievacature.be

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 42 000 56 000 70 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 35 000 43 500 52 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 17 000 24 500 32 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 14 000 20 500 27 000

BRAZIL
BIM adoption state
At the moment, the use of BIM in Brazil is still in a starting phase. However following its BIM roadmap, Brazil is
going to mandate BIM in 2021. In the country's BIM-BR Strategy ('Estrategia BIM-BR'), the implementation is
planned in three phases, from 2021 until 2028. Even though BIM is not currently required at any level, the use of
this technology is growing. This happens especially among contractors, who utilize BIM in order to control costs
during the construction phase.

Most popular job search websites in Brazil

Catho https://www.catho.com.br/
Trabalhando https://www.trabalhando.com/
OpcionEmpleo https://www.opcionempleo.com/
InfoJobs https://www.infojobs.com.br/
Empregos https://www.empregos.com.br/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager BRL 6 000 7 000 8 000

BIM Coordinator BRL 4 500 5 500 6 000

BIM Technician /
BRL 3 000 4 000 5 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter BRL 3 500 3 000 3 500

CANADA

BIM adoption state

The BIM adoption in Canada lags in comparison to other developed countries. Canada is the only country in G8
with no national BIM mandate. As for today, government shows little interest both at the federal and provincial
levels in works toward creation such a standard. What else, the industry is fragmented in effort to push a BIM
agenda. The BIM momentum is being driven outward mostly by the design community. So on, they push
upstream to owners and downstream to contractors proving the value of BIM processes and efficiencies.

Most popular job search websites in Canada

Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/
Canada Jobs https://www.canadajobs.com/
Randstad https://www.randstad.ca/
Monster https://www.monster.ca/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager CAD 58 000 80 000 106 000

BIM Coordinator CAD 46 500 56 500 74 000

BIM Technician /
CAD 49 000 60 000 75 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter CAD 36 500 52 500 76 000

DENMARK
BIM adoption state
Denmark has introduced BIM requirements in its public procurement legislation since 2007. From that time,
the use of BIM was mandatory for all public projects and in 2011 this requirement was extended to all regional
and local institutions. Currently, most large-scale projects are increasingly using BIM in Denmark. That made
this country become one of the European leaders in terms of implementing BIM. The government has been a
leading player in requiring BIM. Semi-government bodies set the standards and play a leading role in raising
the bar to workable solutions. Classification systems are promoted, which sets the criteria for cross-disciplinary
projects to flourish. Denmark is seen as an early adopter in BIM, VDC and prefabrication.

Most popular job search websites in Denmark

Jobindex https://www.jobindex.dk
Jobnet https://www.job.jobnet.dk
Stepstone https://www.stepstone.dk
Job-support https://www.job-support.dk
Ofir https://www.ofir.dk

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager DKK 480 000 610 000 730 000

BIM Coordinator DKK 410 000 530 000 670 000

BIM Technician /
DKK 320 000 415 000 600 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter DKK 330 000 410 000 590 000

FINLAND
BIM adoption state
In Finland, Building Information Modelling has been developed and implemented for almost two decades. From
2007 government requires IFC for new structures and operation based on integrated models. Moreover, Finland
developed own requirements: Common BIM Requirements 2012 (YTV2012) for buildings and Common InfraBIM
Requirements 2015 (YIV2015) for infrastructure. In this two documents you can find how BIM models should be
made and what information should be included.

Most popular job search websites in Finland

Monster monster.fi
Duunitori duunitori.fi
Palvelut https://paikat.te-palvelut.fi/tpt/
Ukkowork https://www.ukkowork.fi/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 50 000 60 000 75 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 38 000 44 400 60 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 30 000 40 000 47 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 25 000 35 000 44 000

FRANCE

BIM adoption state

In 2015, the French government allocated a budget of €20 million to conduct a strategy for digitalizing the
construction industry. The initiative was a part of the government’s Digital Transition Plan for the construction
industry. Since 2017 BIM level 2 is a mandate for public projects.

Most popular job search websites in France

Indeed https://indeed.fr/
Neuvoo https://neuvoo.fr/
batiactu Emploi https://emploi.batiactu.com/
Ingenieurs https://www.ingenieurs.com/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 25 500 42 000 70 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 25 000 33 000 47 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 25 000 30 000 45 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 20 000 26 000 40 000

GERMANY
BIM adoption state
The German government still relies on the conventional method used by the AEC industry which has not fully
accepted BIM adoption and for which in 2015 government announced Digital Building Platform plan to be
developed. It is believed that by 2020 BIM will be mandatory for public infrastructure projects. Supporting the
implementation of BIM further, a group of industrial associations, major companies and non-governmental
organizations came together to set up a German BIM Steering Group – “Planen Bauen 4.0”.

Most popular job search websites in Germany

FStepstone https://www.stepstone.de/
Stellenanzeigen https://www.stellenanzeigen.de/
Indeed https://de.indeed.com/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 47 000 55 600 66 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 42 700 50 300 60 500

BIM Technician /
EUR 38 300 51 500 64 780
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 37 200 44 500 53 900

HONG KONG
BIM adoption state
On the 1st of December 2017, the Development Bureau of the Government of Hong Kong published the
Technical Circular (Works) No. 7/2017 about the “Adoption of Building Information Modelling for Capital Works
Projects in Hong Kong”. The circular was meant to take effect on the 1st of January 2018. The Development
Bureau states that the Capital works projects with budget estimates more than $30 Million shall use BIM
technology.

Most popular job search websites in Hong Kong

51job https://www.51job.com/
Jobsdb http: // hk.jobsdb.com/hk
Jooble https://hk.jooble.org/
Cpjobs https://www.cpjobs.com/hk

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager HKD 410 000 510 000 960 000

BIM Coordinator HKD 230 000 360 000 500 000

BIM Technician /
HKD 192 000 280 000 320 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter HKD 175 000 230 000 270 000

INDIA
BIM adoption state
Today, the understanding about BIM has increased in the country. Clients and the construction industry are
aware that BIM can provide them with the minutest information involved in the construction of a building.
However, the country needs to work on the awareness level. The majority of the users are limited to design and
engineering organizations.

Most popular job search websites in India

Indeed https://www.indeed.co.in/
Glassdoor https://www.glassdoor.co.in/
Naukri https://www.naukri.com/jobs-in-india

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager INR 351 000 932 930 2 000 000

BIM Coordinator INR 201 000 666 000 1 175 000

BIM Technician /
INR 96 000 260 500 696 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter INR 96 000 200 000 504 000

IRELAND
BIM adoption state
BIM adoption survey held in 2017 showed that while Ireland is mature for modeling processes, it is less
developed with regards to collaboration processes and policies. Ireland also ranked poorly when it came to
regulatory frameworks, measurements and benchmarks compared to a number of countries which also applied
the same conceptual models. To change that situation, the Irish government has endorsed many initiatives,
such as the announcement of a strategy to increase the use of digital technology in crucial public works
projects, as well as contributing to the Digital Construction Transition Roadmap 2018-2021. The Irish AEC Sector
has, by default, led in the execution of parts of the roadmap and in doing so, achieved a number of significant
targets. However, there are still many vital objectives outstanding that will need funding if the key aims of the
roadmap are to be achieved.

Most popular job search websites in Ireland

Indeed Ireland https://ie.indeed.com
Recruitireland https://www.recruitireland.com
Jobs https://www.jobs.ie
Monster Ireland https://www.monster.ie
Career Jet Ireland https://www.careerjet.ie

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 43 000 59 000 84 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 41 000 52 000 75 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 33 000 41 000 55 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 32 000 40 000 52 000

ITALY
BIM adoption state
The Italian BIM implementation strategy began with the approval and publication of UNI 11337 and the “BIM -
Baratono - Decree” (DM 560/2017), which provides for the mandatory application of BIM methodology starting
from 1 January 2019. Italy aims to make the use of BIM mandatory for all new public buildings and large-scale
infrastructure projects. Progressive adoption of BIM started from 2019 solely to projects above 100 million euro
but it will gradually apply to smaller construction works. From 2025 BIM should be used, according to the
provisions of the decree, for almost all Italian public works.

Most popular job search websites in Italy

Indeed Italy https://it.indeed.com/
Jobrapido https://www.it.jobrapido.com/
Careerjet https://www.careerjet.it/
Monster Italy https://www.monster.it/
Infojobs https://www.infojobs.it/
BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 28 000 44 000 63 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 25 000 41 000 58 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 22 000 33 000 43 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 16 000 23 000 36 500

MEXICO
BIM adoption state
The Mexican Government created a strategy for BIM implementation ('Plan Estratégico MIC') for public
infrastructure projects in 2019. At the moment the country is in 'adaptation phase' planned for years 2020-2021,
while 'implementation phase' will follow during period of 2022 - 2026. However, there are projects where BIM is
utilized already - like the new International Airport of Mexico City, where all of the disciplines used this
technology.

Most popular job search websites in Mexico

OCCMundial https://www.occ.com.mx/
Indeed https://www.indeed.com.mx/
BuscoJobs https://www.buscojobs.mx/
MercadoJobs https://mx.mercadojobs.com/
Bumeran https://www.bumeran.com.mx/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager MXN 216 000 348 000 480 000

BIM Coordinator MXN 180 000 258 000 336 000

BIM Technician /
MXN 144 000 192 000 264 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter MXN 120 000 156 000 192 000

THE NETHERLANDS
BIM adoption state
In the Netherlands there is one of the highest BIM adoption rate in the world. The country has already
experience with open standards, as seen with the Dutch Information Exchange Standards (VISI) and the new
BIM Loket. The adoption of BIM is being driven by private-sector companies. The Rijkswaterstaat (the Dutch
General Directorate for Public Works and Water Management) is one of the biggest clients in Europe and leader
in BIM implementation.

Most popular job search websites in the Netherlands

Ineed https://indeed.nl
Glassdoor https://glassdoor.nl
Inermediair https://intermediair.nl
Stepstone https://stepstone.nl

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 45 000 55 000 65 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 36 000 47 000 58 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 30 000 40 500 51 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 26 000 31 500 37 000

NORWAY

BIM adoption state

Norway is among the most advanced countries in case of BIM use and early adopters of the technology. BIM
standards or requirements are in place since 2010. BuildingSMART Norway is very active in developing the
openBIM standard. Norwegian authorities push the boundaries and require from contractors new methods that
could automate and simplify BIM processes. Furthermore, large design and construction companies use and
develop BIM technology themselves, as they have noticed the benefits of using it a long time ago. In addition,
in Norway there is actively used the VDC method.

Most popular job search websites in Norway

Finn https://finn.no
Bygg.no https://www.bygg.no
Tu Jobb https://jobb.tu.no/sok

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager NOK 630 000 755 000 880 000

BIM Coordinator NOK 450 000 610 000 770 000

BIM Technician /
NOK 410 000 540 000 670 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter NOK 410 000 505 000 600 000

POLAND

BIM adoption state

There is no national BIM mandate in Poland. However in 2020 GDDKIA (General Road Directorate) signed a
contract to design a first public BIM pilot project of a bypass road. The Ministry of Development undertook a
project "Digitization of the construction process in Poland" to develop national standards and the first draft was
published this year. Nowadays BIM is used mostly by companies designing for international clients. Few General
Contractor companies have their own BIM departments and work on their own internal BIM standards.

Most popular job search websites in Poland

Indeed https://pl.indeed.com/
Pracuj.pl https://www.pracuj.pl/
Praca.pl https://www.praca.pl/
Olx https://www.olx.pl/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager PLN 84 000 121 500 180 000

BIM Coordinator PLN 60 000 90 000 150 000

BIM Technician / PLN 48 000 70 000 84 000

BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter PLN 54 000 78 000 90 000

SINGAPORE
BIM adoption state
Singapore demonstrated their full support for BIM back in 2010 when the Building & Construction Authority
(BCA) implemented its BIM Roadmap - an initiative that targeted the utilisation of BIM in 80% of construction
projects by 2015. The Singaporean Government places great value on efficiency, and has targeted a 25%
increase in productivity in construction over the course of the next 10 years. Nowhere is clarity on the benefits
of BIM more conspicuous than in Singapore. BIM is mandatory in Singapore since 2015 for all buildings over
5000 sqm. The Singapore BIM Guide Version 1.0 was launched in May 2012. It was updated and revised into the
Singapore BIM Guide Version 2.0, and released on August 2013

Most popular job search websites in Singapore

Indeed https://sg.indeed.com/
JobsDB https://sg.jobsdb.com/
Mycareersfuture https://www.mycareersfuture.sg/
Glassdoor https://www.glassdoor.sg/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager SGD 42 000 65 620 132 000

BIM Coordinator SGD 30 000 48 000 60 000

BIM Technician /
SGD 25 200 40 000 54 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter SGD 24 000 36 000 48 000

SPAIN
BIM adoption state
In 2015 the Spanish Ministry of Development created a National BIM Strategy esBIM (spanish: 'Estrategia
Nacional BIM esBIM') and set milestones to implement BIM methodology in the country. Since 2018 it is
mandatory to use BIM in all public works within construction and in 2019 this requirement was extended to all
infrastructure projects as well. At the moment the use of BIM is on advanced level in Spain, with increasing
amount of companies implementing the technology.

Most popular job search websites in Spain

Empléate https://www.empleate.gob.es/
InfoJobs https://www.infojobs.net/
Indeed https://www.indeed.es/
Trabajos https://www.trabajos.com/
Monster https://www.monster.es/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager EUR 27 000 41 000 55 000

BIM Coordinator EUR 25 000 32 000 40 000

BIM Technician /
EUR 22 000 27 000 35 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter EUR 15 000 21 000 27 000

SWITZERLAND
BIM adoption state
The country is on the right track and has developed strongly over the last years. But still is considered as a late
adopter. Much more is being done rather than talked about now, although there is still no BIM regulation to
date. The Working Group on Coordination of Digitization of the SIA Central Commission for Orders (ZO) has
published the new supplementary agreement BIM (SIA 1001/11) together with an associated commentary (SIA
1001/11-K). Both documents are available online for free download since June 2018.

Most popular job search websites in Switzerland.

Jobs.ch https://www.jobs.ch/en/vacancies/
Neuvoo https://neuvoo.ch/
Indeed https://www.indeed.ch/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager CHF 58 000 85 000 119 000

BIM Coordinator CHF 40 000 72 500 93 300

BIM Technician /
CHF 35 000 59 000 65 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter CHF 27 000 48 700 51 000

SWEDEN
BIM adoption state
Since 2015 BIM level 2 is mandatory for all new public investments. BIM is widely used among designers and in
many other fields. There are many projects with advanced BIM and Swedes are strong believers of open
standards. Most of the BIM work is driven by individuals (BIM enthusiasts). Because of this, the level of BIM
varies widely between different clients, regions, types of projects, etc.

Most popular job search websites in Sweden

Indeed https://indeed.com/
Ingenjörsjobb https://www.ingenjorsjobb.se/
Blocket https://www.jobb.blocket.se/
Expertis https://www.expertis.se/

BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager SEK 360 000 516 000 700 000

BIM Coordinator SEK 433 000 500 000 570 000

BIM Technician /
SEK 384 000 441 000 522 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter SEK 360 000 439 000 480 000

UNITED KINGDOM
BIM adoption state

In 2011 UK had created own strategy for BIM implementation. in 2016 BIM became obligatory in public projects
which means that all projects funded by central government should be at lest on BIM Level 2. Until 2025, the
aim is to move to level three BIM, which is deeply embedded in the wider digital economy. This will require
further development of technologies and commercial models.

Most popular job search websites in United Kingdom

Reed https://www.reed.co.uk/
Totaljobs https://www.totaljobs.com/
Monster https://www.monster.co.uk/
Government info https://www.gov.uk/find-a-job
BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager GBP 45 000 55 000 65 000

BIM Coordinator GBP 38 000 45 000 50 000

BIM Technician /
GBP 25 000 32 000 36 000
BIM Modeler

CAD Drafter GBP 19 000 23 000 29 000

USA
BIM adoption state
U.S. does not have nationwide regulations that mandate the use of BIM technology for government
construction projects. There are a few reasons for that and the main one is that there is no single agency in the
federal government that is in a position to mandate BIM for all public projects in the USA, such as is done in
several European countries. Many professionals admit that it would not be practical to deploy a one-size-fits-all
solution for a construction economy as large and diverse as the one in the U.S. Several large federal agencies
have implemented BIM mandates, some of which, like ones adopted by the General Services Administration in
2003 and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shortly after that, have contributed to BIM adoption throughout the
country. Several states also have BIM mandates, and the Federal Highway Administration recently launched a
focused initiative to encourage BIM use among transportation departments in all states. Many studies from the
past 10 years show steady growth in BIM adoption and implementation. A recent study of U.S. non-residential
contractors including general contractors, construction managers, and specialty trades, found that 89% of
respondents use BIM on at least some of their projects, with 47% reporting that they use BIM on more than half
of their projects.

Most popular job search websites in USA

Indeed https://indeed.com/
Glassdoor https://www.glassdoor.com/
CareerBuilder https://www.careerbuilder.com/
Monster https://www.monster.com/
Simply Hired https://www.simplyhired.com/ BIM position salaries

Job Position Currency Min. Average Max.

BIM Manager USD 65 000 83 000 123 000

BIM Coordinator USD 65 000 83 000 123 000

BIM Technician /
USD 65 000 83 000 123 000
BIM Modeler

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