CAD Technician

Carrington West; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in the UK is seeking a detail-driven CAD Technician to assist in varied highway schemes. You will primarily support design processes from feasibility through to construction, engaging in detailed designs, drawings, and liaising with other utility services. A valid UK driving license and skills in AutoCAD along with a strong numerical ability are essential. This role offers a salary of £30,000 - £35,000 with numerous benefits in a supportive, collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Annual bonuses

Profit share bonus

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Private dental insurance

Private medical insurance

Paid membership to professional bodies

Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence is required.
• Strong confidence using spreadsheets is essential.
• Ability to manage own workload is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of highway schemes.
• Prepare and produce detailed highway designs.
• Liaise with utility providers to coordinate designs.
• Support the process of gaining technical approvals.
• Contribute to highway improvement schemes and new road layouts.
• Design highway solutions for clients.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

Excellent analytical ability

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Effective problem-solving skills

Self-motivated

Professional manner

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

ARCADY

PICADY

LINSIG

Job description

CAD Technician

Are you a detail-driven CAD Technician looking to work on varied and technically interesting highway schemes across the UK? This CAD Technician opportunity offers the chance to develop your skills within a supportive consultancy environment while contributing to meaningful infrastructure projects.

My client is a well-established, market-leading transport and infrastructure consultancy providing a comprehensive service across transport planning, S278/38 highways scheme design, drainage, environmental planning, implementation and operation. Working with a diverse client base nationwide, you will be exposed to a wide range of engaging and technically challenging projects.

As a CAD Technician, you will be based in the Midlands office and will play a key role in supporting the delivery of highway schemes from feasibility through to construction. You will be assisting with the production of highway designs, including calculations, drawings and specifications, ensuring compliance with relevant local and national highway standards.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the implementation of highway schemes through feasibility, design and construction stages.
• Preparing and producing detailed highway designs and drawings.
• Liaising with utility providers and other service companies to coordinate designs.
• Supporting the process of gaining technical approvals from the Local Highway Authority.
• Contributing to highway improvement schemes, new road layouts, streetscape enhancements and wider infrastructure projects.
• Designing and implementing highway solutions for private and public sector clients.
• Building collaborative relationships with stakeholders, external providers and agencies.
• Delivering assigned tasks to agreed budgets and programmes.
• Preparing reports, drawings, schedules, cost estimates and supporting documentation.
• Assisting senior team members with monthly programme and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy skills and confidence using spreadsheets.
• Excellent analytical ability, with clear communication of complex information.
• Accuracy and confidence when working with numerical data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage your own workload and remain self-motivated.
• A professional and approachable manner when engaging with colleagues and clients.
• A valid UK driving licence.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
• Excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Working experience or understanding of ARCADY, PICADY and LINSIG.

The salary for this CAD Technician role is £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• Annual and on-the-spot bonuses.
• Profit share bonus.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Private dental insurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• Paid membership to relevant professional bodies.

You will be joining a collaborative and supportive team environment where professional development is encouraged, and your contribution is valued. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career as a CAD Technician within a growing consultancy, working on impactful infrastructure projects across the UK