IT Application Specialist (Bentley ProjectWise)

Job Title: IT Application Specialist (Bentley ProjectWise)

Location: Remote

Duration: 6+ Months

Mandatory Skill Requirement
• Bentley ProjectWise (hands-on administration and support experience is required)

Role Overview


The IT Application Specialist is responsible for the administration, configuration, and support of CAD and engineering application environments , with a strong focus on Bentley ProjectWise and Bentley PlantSight . This role ensures configuration control, data integrity, and adherence to corporate CAD/BIM standards across engineering and design projects.


The specialist will work closely with IT, engineering, and business teams to optimize workflows, support system integrations, and deliver reliable, high-quality application support. Responsibilities include application setup, ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, user support, and training across Bentley platforms.

Key Responsibilities

ProjectWise & PlantSight Administration
• Configure, administer, and support Bentley ProjectWise projects, including:


o Managed WorkSpaces


o Folder structures, properties, and metadata


o User access controls and permissions
• Configure and support Bentley PlantSight projects, including:


o User permissions and access management


o Data Manager utilities


o iModel support


o Reporting and dashboard configuration

Engineering Workflow & Schema Management
• Enhance discipline-specific workflows and integrations between ProjectWise, PlantSight, and OpenPlant applications
• Define, modify, and maintain XML schemas for: OpenPlant 3D, OpenPlant PID
• Create and manage classes, properties, and relationships
• Perform schema imports/exports while ensuring enterprise-wide data consistency
• Create, manage, and maintain user accounts and permissions across Bentley platforms
• Set up new projects in alignment with client, departmental, and corporate standards
• Configure workspaces to support Bentley applications including: OpenPlant Suite, Promis.e, BRCM, OpenBuildings Designer, MicroStation
• Provide first-line technical support for Bentley applications and CAD systems
• Troubleshoot application, system, and user issues to minimize downtime
• Integrate ProjectWise and CAD systems with: Bentley applications (e.g., MicroStation), Autodesk tools (e.g., Navisworks)
• Support integrations with Microsoft 365 tools , including Teams and SharePoint
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving CAD-related hardware and software issues
• Partner with design and engineering teams to improve CAD productivity and collaboration
• Assist in implementing, enforcing, and maintaining corporate CAD/BIM standards

Technical Skills
• Strong hands-on experience administering Bentley ProjectWise
• Direct experience with Bentley PlantSight , including setup, support, and maintenance
• Working knowledge of Bentley engineering applications, including: OpenPlant Suite, Promis.e, BRCM, OpenBuildings Designer, MicroStation
• Solid understanding of: CAD/BIM workflows, Document management systems, IT infrastructure concepts
• Familiarity with related engineering tools such as OpenRoads Designer
• Knowledge of SQL databases , Windows OS, and scripting
• PowerShell scripting experience preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform is a plus