Design Office Supervisor Structural & Architectural Precast Concrete Solutions

FP McCann Ltd; Magherafelt; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 Refer a Friend Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

FP McCann Ltd. is seeking a Design Office Supervisor to lead a BIM team detailing bespoke structural frames and precast concrete solutions. You will help develop fully coordinated 3D models, fabrication drawings and schedules, ensuring buildability, Eurocode compliance and project standards.

The role focuses on mentoring BIM technicians, maintaining quality, schedule and safety. Strong leadership and Tekla Structures proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the design, detailing and technical requirements of precast concrete products.
• Proven background supervising BIM technicians in an office setting.
• Thorough understanding of structural drafting principles and BIM workflows.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise competing project demands.

Responsibilities

• Direct, mentor, and allocate work to a team of BIM technicians, supporting professional development.
• Review and approve precast concrete models and production drawings for accuracy and structural integrity.
• Schedule team workloads to align with milestones, manufacturing deadlines and delivery timelines.
• Act as the link between design office, manufacturing facilities and site management to resolve queries.
• Maintain and elevate BIM standards, drafting protocols and software workflows.

Skills

Team leadership

BIM coordination

Structural drafting

Communication

Project scheduling

Education

Structural/Civil Eng degree or equivalent (BSc/HD)

Tools

Tekla Structures BIM software

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Design Office Supervisor will provide technical guidance and operational leadership to the

existing BIM Team overseeing the detailing of bespoke structural frames and high-specification

architectural precast concrete solutions. The main objective is to lead the development of fully

coordinated 3D models, fabrication drawings and schedules ensuring structural integrity, visual

finish requirements, buildability and compliance with Eurocodes and project specifications.

REPORTING TO AND WORKING WITH:

The Design Office Supervisor will work under the supervision of the Design Manager. The role will

involve working alongside Project Managers, Commercial Teams, Production Managers, Quality

Assurance Personnel and External Clients or Engineering Consultants.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role will involve overseeing design operations, mentoring a team of skilled BIM technicians and

ensuring that all precast concrete project deliverables meet quality, schedule and safety standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct, mentor, and allocate work to a team of BIM technicians, supporting their professional development and managing day-to-day office output.
• Review and approve precast concrete models and detailed production drawings to guarantee technical accuracy, compliance and structural integrity.
• Schedule team workloads to align with project milestones, manufacturing deadlines and delivery timelines.
• Serve as the primary link between the design office, manufacturing facilities and site management to resolve technical queries.
• Maintain and elevate departmental BIM standards, drafting protocols and design software workflows.

In return, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:

• £500 Refer a Friend Scheme – payable to both the new and referring employee (where applicable)
• Employee Assistance Programme

WHAT FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES WILL THERE BE?

There are excellent opportunities for progression within the company, with a strong focus on continued learning and personal development.

WHAT DO FP MCCANN REQUIRE FROM YOU?

• In-depth experience in the design, detailing and technical requirements of precast concrete products.
• Proven background in supervising, mentoring, or leading a team of BIM technicians in an office.
• Thorough understanding of structural drafting principles, BIM workflows and industry standard procedures.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage competing project priorities and communicate clearly across teams.
• Proficiency or working knowledge of Tekla Structures BIM software.
• Undergraduate Degree/Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Structural/Civil Engineering or a related technical discipline.

LOCATION:

Based at our Precast Office (16-18 Quarry Road, Knockloughrim, Magherafelt, BT45 8NR)