Senior Civil CAD Technician

N G Bailey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a BIM Technician, where your expertise in civil engineering and BIM will help shape the future of energy infrastructure. You will play a vital role in designing and delivering impactful projects while collaborating with talented teams across various disciplines. This innovative firm values your contributions and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. With a commitment to quality and a focus on continuous learning, you will have the opportunity to mentor apprentice technicians and work on exciting projects in the electricity distribution sector. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Free Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits (Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, etc.)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil or structural design is essential.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with technical and non-technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed CAD drawings from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

BIM Expertise

Civil Engineering Knowledge

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Membership with a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE EngTech)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civils 3D

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

13 February 2025

Leeds - Hybrid

Permanent

Competitive salary + Benefits

Summary

We’re looking for an experienced BIM Technician with a passion for Civil Engineering and the Energy sector. If you have strong technical expertise in BIM and are looking for a new challenge, you could join our growing electricity transmission and distribution design team. You’ll play a crucial role in designing and delivering high-impact projects, working alongside talented teams to shape the future of energy infrastructure in the UK.

As a BIM Technician, you’ll support the civil & structural design of electricity substations across the UK by producing detailed CAD drawings from concept to completion and collaborating closely with other internal teams (electrical design, structural, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental).

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Producing engineering drawings using AutoCAD / Revit / Civils3D in accordance with the company's BIM policy.
• Ensuring a high standard and accuracy of work, following the company's Quality Assurance procedure.
• Efficient management of BIM/CAD files and project documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Assisting in scheduling and maintaining the programme of drawing production to meet the client's expectations.
• Collaborating with internal teams across various disciplines—electrical, structural, surveys, and environmental—ensuring smooth project execution and client satisfaction.

What we’re looking for:

Someone proficient in CAD software including AutoCAD, Civils 3D, and Revit. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring high-quality, error-free work.

Also important to us is:

• Proven experience in civil or structural design.
• Strong communication skills to engage in technical discussions with colleagues, non-technical staff, and clients.
• Commitment to continued learning through on-the-job training.
• Membership or working towards membership with a relevant professional body, such as ICE EngTech.
• Mentoring of apprentice technicians.
• Experience working in the electricity distribution sector, with familiarity in substation design and electrical infrastructure.

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution.
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice).
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes.

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build a culture where everyone is included, treated fairly, and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us:

Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible, and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value and we will ensure that when you join us, you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.