CAD Manager - Civil Specialist Services

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Thrive wellbeing program

Gymflex membership

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a CAD Manager to lead our CAD team on airfield, maritime and pavement projects for UK and overseas clients. You will manage 2D/3D CAD output, mentor technicians, and ensure delivery to high standards.

The role involves coordinating with civil engineers, progressing designs from feasibility to construction, and supervising CAD workflows across projects in a hybrid UK setting.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in civil design projects, airports/highways/pavement or maritime sectors.
• Proficient in 2D modelling and design coordination.
• Able to lead CAD technicians and ensure quality of drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAD Technicians in producing 2D/3D drawings and models.
• Quality check outputs to CAD standards across the project lifecycle.
• Mentor and develop CAD team members and workflows.
• Collaborate with the design team from feasibility to construction.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Project coordination

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Navisworks

Civil 3D

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

Bentley ProjectWise

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role…

The WSP Civil Services team is seeking a CAD Manager to be part of this established and experienced team working on exciting large-scale, national and international projects. Due to recent successes, the team is growing and offers excellent opportunities for the right candidate seeking new and exciting opportunities. You will form part of an existing team to deliver airfield, maritime and pavement design and maintenance projects for a number of clients both in the UK and overseas. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider engineering team to develop and deliver projects through various stages of design from feasibility / option studies to detailed design and onto construction. You will be responsible for leading our CAD Technicians in the production of quality engineering drawings as well as 2D and 3D CAD models, quality checking our output to ensure the team maintains a consistent and high standard for deliverables throughout the entire project lifecycle as well as mentor team members and be the source of information on this topic for the Engineering Managers.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Extensive industry experience of working on civil design projects, ideally in the airports, highway/pavement, or maritime sectors;
• Experience in 2D modelling, design coordination and delivery using a range of Autodesk software packages (specifically, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Navisworks, and ideally Civils 3D) on civils and aviation projects;
• Strong ability in engineering drawing preparation and construction detailing;
• Ability to challenge and contribute to engineering detailing;
• Experience working with CDE platforms such as Bentley ProjectWise and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC);
• Actively participate in the design and provide input to the design team throughout the design process; (i.e. this may include the set-up of project specific workflows or drawing templates to meet client needs);
• Reviewing drawings to ensure compliance with in-house and client drafting standards;
• Maintain and develop in-house drafting standards;
• Deliver training/mentoring and guidance to develop skills in the production of deliverables and model creation;
• Ensuring that delivery is achieved in accordance with the company's management systems including CAD/BIM Standards, Health and Safety, project and risk management; Quality Checks of final published drawings to defined Cad Standards
• Quality Assurance of Civils 3D output
• Review contribute and implement to our modelling delivery process;
• Working knowledge of BIM standards such as PAS 1192 and BS EN ISO 19650;
• Implement the technical quality requirements, address the project brief and meet client deadlines.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be knowledgeable and experienced in Autodesk AutoCAD other Autodesk packages including 3D modelling of civil infrastructure projects and ideally have previous experience in either Airport, Highway/Pavement or Maritime sectors.

Essential Requirements

• Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD CAD software;
• Proficient in the production of high-quality Engineering Drawings;
• Good experience and working knowledge of Civil 3D modelling software;
• Experience in the use of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• Previous experience in either Airport, Highway/Pavement or Maritime sectors; Detail-oriented and highly organised;
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to technical and non-technical audience;
• Experience in defining and managing team training or developing team members in CAD software packages and drawing quality.

Desirable Requirements

• Detailed working knowledge of Civil 3D modelling software, including development of Civils 3D templates, and styles management.
• Experience in the use of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and in defining and managing workflows;

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.