HVAC CAD Designer

Bridgeman Recruitment Services Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced HVAC CAD/Revit Technician to produce accurate 2D/3D HVAC drawings and MEP models. The candidate should have strong skills in Autodesk Revit (MEP) and AutoCAD, with a focus on building services design compliance. Responsibilities include creating coordinated models and supporting clash detection for construction projects. This role requires knowledge of UK building-services standards and effective collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as an HVAC CAD/Revit Technician/Designer in building services.
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit (MEP) and AutoCAD for HVAC.
• Understanding of HVAC systems and detailing/coordination requirements.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and clash detection processes.
• Working knowledge of UK building-services conventions/standards.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain coordinated MEP Revit models and AutoCAD drawings.
• Produce drawing packages following BIM/CAD standards.
• Support clash detection/coordination with other disciplines.
• Prepare/export schedules and maintain drawing/document registers.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors.

Skills

HVAC CAD/Revit Technician/Designer

Autodesk Revit (MEP)

AutoCAD for HVAC

BIM workflows

UK building-services standards

Clash detection processes

Education

HNC/HND in Building Services/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit (MEP)

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Overview

Role purpose: Produce accurate 2D/3D HVAC drawings and coordinated MEP models to support building-services design and installation, ensuring quality, buildability and compliance with current UK standards and client specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop and maintain coordinated MEP (HVAC) Revit models (ductwork, pipework, plant/equipment) and AutoCAD drawings: plans, sections, schematics, details and fabrication sheets.
• Produce drawing packages to agreed BIM/CAD standards, naming conventions and QA procedures; manage model/drawing revisions.
• Support clash detection/coordination with other disciplines and resolve issues ahead of construction.
• Prepare/export schedules, take-offs and deliverables from models; maintain drawing/document registers.
• Work with engineers to incorporate design calculations/specs into models and drawings; contribute to design reviews and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant UK building-services standards/guidance (e.g., CIBSE guidance) and project employer's information requirements (EIR).
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, suppliers and subcontractors to accommodate sequencing, access, and prefabrication.

Required skills & experience

• Demonstrable experience as an HVAC CAD/Revit Technician/Designer in building services.
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit (MEP) and AutoCAD for HVAC; ability to produce coordinated models and clear construction drawings.
• Understanding of HVAC systems (ventilation, comfort cooling, VRV/VRF, plantrooms) and typical detailing/coordination requirements.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and common data environments; awareness of clash detection processes (e.g., Navisworks desirable).
• Working knowledge of UK building-services conventions/standards and QA processes used in consulting/contracting environments.

Desirable

• Experience on live UK projects for offices, healthcare, residential or industrial sectors, producing coordinated HVAC models and install packs.
• Knowledge of prefabrication/modularisation considerations in model/drawing production.
• Exposure to Revit add-ins, family creation, and discipline-specific content management.

Tools & platforms

• Autodesk Revit (MEP), AutoCAD (essential)
• (Nice to have) Navisworks / BIM 360 / CDEs for coordination & issue tracking.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Building Services/Mechanical Engineering (or strong industry experience in a similar CAD/BIM role).
• Apprenticeship or training aligned to Building Services Design Technician standards is beneficial.

Personal attributes

• Detail-driven, with strong organisation, version control and time-management.
• Clear communicator who collaborates effectively across design, site and supply-chain teams