Graduate Design Technician – Building Envelopes

John Sisk & Son Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension and benefits

Unlimited learning and development

Job summary

Vision Built a Sisk Company is seeking a Design Technician to join the Building Envelopes and Engineering Services teams in the UK. The role provides design, technical assessment and project coordination experience with exposure to multi-disciplinary construction projects and evolving technologies in building envelopes.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate in Civil/Structural/Architectural disciplines with a basic knowledge of building envelope systems and a proactive, collaborative approach

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Civil, Structural, Architectural or related Engineering discipline.
• Basic knowledge of building envelope systems and construction principles.
• Strong organisation, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under guidance.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with willingness to learn from senior engineers.
• Motivated, proactive and committed to building a career in construction engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of technical drawings, 2D and 3D models and supporting documentation.
• Support review and checking of design information for compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Assist with material research, product specification and minor design solutions.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and technical support staff to ensure design quality and constructability.
• Assist in the resolution of minor technical queries from site or project teams.
• Maintain records of drawings, specifications and project correspondence.
• Support the assembly and organisation of technical information for project teams.
• Assist in coordinating information with contractors, suppliers and design teams.
• Support site visits and inspections to gain practical experience and understanding of construction methods.
• Participate in structured training and CPD programmes to develop technical expertise.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Motivated

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Bachelor's degree in structural engineering

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Eligibility for graduate membership

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Vision Built a Sisk Company is seeking a Design Technician to join the Building Envelopes and Engineering Services teams in the UK. The role provides design, technical assessment and project coordination experience with exposure to multi-disciplinary construction projects and evolving technologies in building envelopes.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate in Civil/Structural/Architectural disciplines with a basic knowledge of building envelope systems and a proactive, collaborative approach