CAD & 3D Modelling Designer

McCarthy Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a CAD & 3D Modelling Designer located in Warrington. This permanent, full-time role involves producing detailed 3D earthworks designs for golf course projects. You will work closely with architects and site teams to create high-quality models and construction information, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Essential skills include experience with LSS, Civil 3D, and strong problem-solving abilities. Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience producing earthworks designs and 3D models for construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of LSS, Civil 3D, or similar civil modelling software.
• Ability to generate accurate volumes and survey-grade 3D outputs.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D earthworks models for golf course projects.
• Create survey-ready 3D models and GPS machine control data.
• Work closely with architects to convert design concepts into buildable models.

Skills

Earthworks design

3D modelling

Civil engineering software

Problem-solving skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

LSS

Job description

Location: Warrington

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum

Role: Permanent, Full-time

Overview

We are recruiting a CAD & 3D Modelling Designer to support the delivery of specialist golf course construction and landshaping projects across the UK.

This is a contractor-side technical role focused on producing buildable earthworks designs and survey-ready 3D terrain models – not just traditional 2D drawings. You’ll be directly involved in turning high-level design concepts into practical, construction-ready information used on live projects.

Working closely with golf course architects, engineers, surveyors and site teams, you will help create:

• Accurate 3D earthworks models
• Survey-grade setting‑out data for machine control
• Planning and presentation drawings
• Fully coordinated construction information that works in real‑world conditions

This is a rare opportunity to see your technical work come to life on high-profile golf course developments across the country.

The Role

As a CAD & 3D Modelling Designer, you will play a key role in translating design intent into deliverable construction information.

• Produce detailed 3D earthworks models for golf course projects
• Model greens, tees, fairways, bunkers and shaping areas
• Generate accurate cut and fill volumes and surface comparisons
• Create survey-ready 3D models and GPS machine control data
• Update models to reflect site conditions and approved design changes

CAD Drawings & Visual Outputs

• Produce high-quality 2D drawings using AutoCAD for planning, tender and construction packs
• Create layout plans, sections, profiles and level drawings
• Maintain drawing registers and revision control in line with QA procedures

Coordination & Construction Support

• Work closely with architects to convert design concepts into buildable models
• Liaise with surveyors, site managers, engineers and machine operators
• Support technical queries, RFIs and on-site problem-solving
• Produce as-built models and updated construction information

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure designs consider safe construction sequencing and access
• Follow company QA, environmental and H&S requirements

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience producing earthworks designs and 3D models for construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of LSS, Civil 3D, or similar civil modelling software
• Understanding of earthworks, levels, tolerances and construction methodology
• Ability to generate accurate volumes and survey-grade 3D outputs
• Practical, construction-minded approach with strong problem-solving skills

Important

Experience using AutoCAD alone is not sufficient, this role requires hands‑on civil/earthworks modelling expertise.

• Previous involvement in golf course or landscape construction projects
• Experience with GPS machine control workflows
• Producing drawings and models for planning submissions
• Regular collaboration with site teams and contractors
• Awareness of UK environmental and construction constraints

What’s On Offer

• Salary up to £40,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• Unique opportunity within a specialist sector
• Collaborative role working closely with site and design teams

Commutable From

Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool, Wigan, St Helens, Widnes, Cheshire, Lancashire, North Wales

If you’re a CAD & 3D Modelling Designer with strong earthworks modelling skills and a passion for turning creative terrain designs into buildable reality, we’d love to hear from you.

The Legal Bit

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

By applying for this role, you consent for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in line with GDPR regulations. Your details will be added to our secure database and processed under legitimate business interest policies.