Senior Civil/Structural BIM/CAD Designer

Morson Talent; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Senior Civil Structural BIM/CAD Designer based in Manchester or Teesside. The role involves producing CAD designs for civil and structural works, primarily in the Oil & Gas sector. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and experience using tools like Aveva E3D and AutoCAD, along with strong communication skills to facilitate teamwork. This position offers flexibility with the opportunity to work remotely and occasional site visits.

Qualifications

• Experienced in civil and structural design, particularly foundations and below-ground infrastructure.
• Knowledge of construction sequencing and clash detection software is beneficial.
• Must be able to self-manage and work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce civil and structural CAD design deliverables for pipeline projects including 3D models and technical drawings.
• Work within specified budgets and schedules while ensuring technical integrity.
• Liaise with various teams and clients for project requirements.

Skills

Civil and structural design

BIM modelling

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds or HNC/HND level

Tools

Aveva E3D

Autodesk Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

My client is currently looking for several Senior Civil Structural BIM/CAD Designers to be based in Manchester or Teeside.

Negotiable Rates - OUTSIDE IR35

Ideally you will come from an Oil & Gas background

The Role

• Working within a team, but often with minimal supervision or guidance, the fundamental requirement of this role is to produce civil and structural CAD design deliverables, including 3D models, technical drawings, and sketches for pipeline projects. Prepare preliminary and detailed designs in 2D/3D for civil and structural, temporary, and permanent works as requested by Senior/Principal or Lead Engineers and Designers
• Use Aveva E3D for 3D BIM modelling and 2D drawing extraction and/or Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD for some elements of civils design. Work within a Common Data Environment
• Ensure that draughting activities are executed within budget and schedule, while maintaining technical integrity
• Ensure that work is carried out with relevant codes, standards and procedures. Maintain and develop awareness of current relevant codes and standards
• Implement company, and where applicable client/project policies and procedures
• Effectively communicate with other disciplines to ensure that interfaces are clearly defined and correctly designed
• Liaise with other departments, project personnel, vendors, clients etc

You will be based in Manchester or Teesside offices with facility to work remotely and with occasional visits to other offices and site in line with project requirements

Experience & Qualifications

• Qualified to City & Guilds or HNC/HND level
• EngTech or IEng ICE professional qualification an advantage
• Experience of 4D simulation, construction sequencing and clash detection software beneficial
• Must be competent in design & detailing of foundations, below ground infrastructure, including drainage, cable ducting, etc. and steelwork and concrete
• Experience of reinforced concrete detailing advantageous
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment, although must be able to self-manage.