CAD / BIM Technician

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Newquay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with employer matched 8

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a CAD / BIM Technician for a site-based role in Cornwall. The position offers a permanent contract with a salary of £30,000–£40,000 per annum and a 37.5 hour week.

BPSS security clearance is required, with work progressing from design through to construction within a multidisciplinary engineering team. You will produce precise 2D drawings and coordinated 3D BIM models for electrical and building services systems, using AutoCAD and Revit.

Qualifications

• Experience producing 2D drawings and coordinated 3D BIM models.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit is essential.
• Experience as a Revit, BIM or MEP technician is required.
• Working within engineering/construction disciplines is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D CAD drawings and 3D BIM models for electrical and building services.
• Coordinate models across electrical, mechanical, structural and civil disciplines.
• Carry out model reviews and clash detection using BIM processes.
• Ensure drawings meet project standards, specifications and industry requirements.
• Support engineers and project teams from design through construction.
• Maintain accurate project information and timely delivery of drawings and models.
• Assist with continuous improvement of CAD, BIM and digital processes.
• Manage technical information throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM coordination

MEP knowledge

Education

Level 5 qualification in Building Services

Tools

Navisworks

Plant3D

Civil 3D

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Job description

The CAD / BIM Technician position in Newquay offers a permanent contract with a salary between £30,000 and £40,000 per annum. This site-based role involves 37.5 hours weekly and requires BPSS security clearance. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team on a substantial construction project, the successful candidate will produce precise 2D drawings and coordinated 3D BIM models for electrical and building services systems. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential, alongside experience as a Revit, BIM, or MEP technician. Collaborating closely with engineers, the role supports delivery from design through to construction, ensuring technical accuracy throughout. This position suits a skilled professional seeking complex, large-scale work in Cornwall.

CAD / BIM Technician Location: Cornwall - Site Based Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent Security Clearance: BPSS Hours: 37.5 per week

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a CAD / BIM Technician to join a major engineering and construction project in Cornwall, working within a multidisciplinary Engineering Services team. This role will suit a CAD / BIM Technician, Revit Technician, BIM Technician or MEP Technician with strong experience in AutoCAD and Revit who is looking to work on a major, technically complex project. You will be responsible for producing accurate 2D drawings and coordinated 3D BIM models, supporting the delivery of electrical and building services systems from design through to construction. Working closely with engineers, designers, contractors and supply chain partners, you will play an important role in ensuring designs are coordinated, technically accurate and delivered to the required standards. The position offers the opportunity to develop your digital engineering expertise while working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary project environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D CAD drawings and 3D BIM models using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Develop and maintain coordinated models for electrical and building services systems.
• Support multidisciplinary coordination across electrical, mechanical, structural and civil disciplines.
• Carry out model reviews, clash detection and design coordination using BIM processes.
• Ensure drawings and models comply with project standards, specifications and relevant industry requirements.
• Work alongside engineers, designers, project teams and supply chain partners to resolve design and coordination issues.
• Contribute to BIM delivery in accordance with project BIM Execution Plans and information management requirements.
• Maintain accurate project information and ensure drawings and models are delivered within agreed timescales.
• Support continuous improvement of CAD, BIM and digital engineering processes.
• Assist with the production and management of technical information throughout the project lifecycle.

About You

We are looking for a technically capable and detail-focused CAD / BIM Technician who is comfortable working within a multidisciplinary construction or building services environment. You will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a CAD Technician, BIM Technician, Revit Technician, MEP Technician or similar.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience producing 2D technical drawings and 3D BIM models.
• An understanding of BIM processes, model coordination and multidisciplinary design.
• Experience within building services, MEP, engineering or construction environments.
• A relevant Level 5 qualification or above in Building Services, Electrical Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous.
• Experience with Navisworks, Plant3D, Civil 3D, MicroStation or ProjectWise would be beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate technical information.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineers, designers and wider project teams.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and an interest in developing digital engineering skills.

What’s on Offer

• £30,000 - £40,000 salary
• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday
• Additional long-service days after 3, 7 and 10 years
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 8%
• Enhanced maternity,