Senior CAD & BIM Technician

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Job Title:
Senior CAD & BIM Technician

Salary:
£30,000-£45,000 (dependent on experience)

Location:
Croydon, Bishop’s Stortford, Birmingham, Exeter, Leeds, London, Luton, Manchester, Nottingham, Swindon, Wakefield

Type:
Permanent, full-time, hybrid working arrangement

About the Role:

Our client is looking for a Senior CAD & BIM Technician to join their Water & Environment sector team. Based in one of their UK offices, you’ll play a key role in delivering projects that meet both industry and client standards, supporting a range of initiatives that contribute to sustainable development across the built and natural environment.

About Our Client:

Our client is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy, committed to creating a positive impact through innovative solutions in infrastructure, buildings, and environmental regeneration. With a heritage dating back to 1926, our client’s unique approach combines commercial insight, sustainability, and an ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship. Their work is supported by a global mission to generate sustainable solutions that address the environmental and social challenges of today and tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with project managers and teams to ensure smooth project workflow and coordination.
  • Develop, manage, and implement CAD & BIM standards across projects.
  • Create, edit, and refine 3D models using Revit and other digital delivery tools.
  • Produce CAD & BIM deliverables that meet industry standards, including BS EN ISO19650 compliance.
  • Generate 3D geometrical data for clash detection, model validation, and stakeholder liaison.
  • Support best practice initiatives for digital delivery tools and provide training within the Water & Environment team and beyond.
  • Assist in creating federated models and maintaining digital delivery templates.
  • Lead BIM review/coordination meetings as needed.
  • Manage information flow within a common data environment and understand various BIM software formats.

What Our Client is Looking For:

Essential:

Qualifications:

  • HNC or higher in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or relevant experience.
  • HND.
  • Member of a relevant professional institute.

Experience:

  • 5+ years of experience in the Building or Civil sector, with a focus on design and drafting (2D & 3D) using Revit as the primary software tool.
  • Practical experience adhering to BIM standardised workflows and best practices.
  • Previous experience in an engineering and/or consultancy organisation.

Skills:

  • Ability to conduct internal training and mentor staff.
  • Experience in creating and maintaining BIM software templates.
  • Proficiency in setting up BIM projects.
  • Strong knowledge of 3D modelling tools relevant to the specific discipline.
  • Competence in managing information flows between different software within a project, ensuring seamless communication between platforms.

Preferred:

Experience:

  • Demonstrable examples of resolving 3D design issues.
  • Proficiency with various software tools applicable to the Water & Environment sector.
  • Ability to develop BIM standards relevant to the Building and Civil sectors.
  • Capability to perform quality control and audit work produced by others.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot CAD & BIM-related design issues.
  • Experience as a BIM coordinator in multi-discipline environments.

Skills:

  • Experience in creating Revit parametric families.
  • Skilled in creating and managing Revit templates.
  • Working knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud and experience with BIM Collaborate Pro.
  • Proficiency in using Navisworks for federated model analysis.
  • Experience with Dynamo for Revit to enhance task automation.
  • Good knowledge of various other software modelling tools, such as:
    • AutoCAD
    • Civil 3D
    • Plant 3D
  • Competence in visualisation software tools, including:
    • Twinmotion
    • Enscape
    • Unreal Engine
    • Unity

What Our Client Offers:

Our client fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment where you’ll have the flexibility to grow your career while contributing meaningfully to the communities served. With a commitment to equal opportunities, they welcome diverse applicants and support flexible working arrangements. Employees are also eligible for a competitive salary and a suite of benefits focused on personal development, wellbeing, and career advancement.

Eligibility:

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Our client values diversity and is proud to participate in the UK government’s Disability Confident Scheme, promoting accessible and inclusive hiring practices.

Opportunity for Growth:

Our client supports continuous professional development, empowering you to reach your potential in a role where you’ll have a direct impact on critical projects. They offer various career pathways, training opportunities, and the chance to work on influential projects that positively impact the UK’s infrastructure and environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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