Civil Engineering Technician

Buro Happold; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Income protection

25 days holiday

Flexible benefits

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced parenthood leave

Learning and development programme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Buro Happold is seeking a motivated Technician to join their Bridges team in either Edinburgh or London. You will be responsible for creating technical drawings for various bridge projects while collaborating closely with the Infrastructure team.

This role is ideal for someone at the early stage of their career who has a passion for civil engineering and a desire to learn. The company offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth and accreditation.

Qualifications

• Early stage of career with passion for civil engineering.
• Eager to collaborate and learn new skills.
• Interest in bridge design and knowledge-sharing.

Responsibilities

• Modelling, drafting, and producing technical drawings for bridge projects.
• Collaborate with the Infrastructure team.
• Contribute to world-class projects both in the UK and internationally.

Skills

Understanding of general arrangement and outline drawings for bridge and/or structures

Ability to interpret models and drawings

Knowledge of civil structures within 2D and 3D environments

Strong communication skills

Experience using engineering drafting and modelling software

High attention to detail

Knowledge of reinforced concrete detailing

Understanding of BIM principles

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Overview

Are you a technician with a passion for civil engineering, making precision drawings, and willingness to collaborate with others and a desire to learn? Buro Happold is looking for a talented and motivated Technician, at the early stage of their career, to join our Bridges team in our Edinburgh or London office. You will be responsible for modelling, drafting, and producing technical drawings of a variety of bridge projects, working closely with our Infrastructure team.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

Our Bridges team combines technical excellence with practical construction insight to deliver efficient, buildable, and sustainable designs from concept through to construction. We are driven by a commitment to the highest standards and a passion for elegant, innovative solutions.

As part of our global network, you will collaborate with professionals who share your enthusiasm for engineering excellence. We foster a strong learning culture and an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.

We are deeply committed to nurturing talent and supporting your career development. You will benefit from mentoring, resources, and guidance to help you gain accreditation with relevant industry bodies and grow professionally at every stage.

As part of a group of engineers and technicians, you will contribute to world‑class projects both in the UK and internationally. This is a great opportunity for someone eager to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact in bridge engineering.

Your next role

We are looking for a passionate and proactive technician, at the early stage of their career, who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to learn and apply that to their job. You will bring curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to develop new skills and software expertise. Confidence in engaging with engineers and coordinating design details is key, as is a genuine interest in bridge design and knowledge‑sharing.

At Buro Happold, you will be part of a purpose‑led organisation where sustainability, equity, and performance are central to everything we do. We are committed to doing what is right, even when it is not the easiest path.

Your skills and experience

• Understanding of general arrangement and outline drawings for bridge and/or structures.
• Ability to independently interpret models and drawings produced by others, including architects, engineers, and clients.
• Knowledge of civil structures (bridges, culverts, retaining walls, tunnels) within both 2D and 3D environments.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Experience using engineering drafting and modelling software, with examples including AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, or similar platforms. IT hardware and software capabilities, including familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality, with a willingness to actively contribute to project design and workshops. Experience working across multiple disciplines (not essential).
• Knowledge of reinforced concrete detailing (not essential).
• Understanding of BIM principles and prior involvement in BIM‑based projects (not essential).

What we offer

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.
• Attractive salary and benefits package including life assurance, and income protection.
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum (exclusive of bank holidays) and flexible holiday arrangements.
• Generous company pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits including cycle scheme, dental insurance, optical cover, travel insurance, season ticket loans, and corporate discounts.
• Enhanced parenthood leave policies.
• 3 pm finish on the last Friday of the month.
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you.
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions.
• Support with your progression towards industry accreditation such as EngTech with the Institution of Civil Engineers.
• A commitment to your wellbeing through a comprehensive employee assistance programme and wellbeing activities. A supportive and inclusive environment that will welcome you through social and outreach activities from the Young Employees Forum to mentoring.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

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