Senior Civil Technician

GHD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Civil Technician with strong AutoCAD Civil 3D capabilities to join our UK design team. This hybrid role involves delivering detailed civil designs for transport, water, and urban development projects across Manchester, Leeds, or London.

You'll develop terrain models, alignments, corridors, and pipe networks, collaborate with engineers, mentor junior staff, and ensure drawings meet client requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in civil engineering or design.
• At least 3 years of hands-on Civil 3D experience in consultancy/engineering.
• Experience with multidisciplinary infrastructure projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce detailed civil engineering designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Create and manage digital terrain models, alignments, corridors, pipe networks, and grading designs.
• Prepare high-quality drawings and documentation that meet project and client requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to refine and improve design outputs.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Support data analysis and design conceptualisation for infrastructure projects.
• Operate and optimise design workflows using Civil 3D and related tools.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

UK design standards

BIM workflows

Multidisciplinary coordination

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Relevant technical qualification in civil engineering or design

Tools

Civil 3D software

BIM software

Job description

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Job Description

Location: Manchester, Leeds or London

Work Type: Hybrid (3 days per week in office)

Company: GHD

Are you a skilled Civil Technician with a passion for precision and innovation in infrastructure design? GHD is seeking a Senior Civil Technician with strong AutoCAD Civil 3D capabilities to join our growing UK team. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility and the opportunity to work on impactful projects across transport, water, and urban development.

Senior Civil Technician - Civil 3D Specialist

Location: Manchester, Leeds or London

Work Type: Hybrid (3 days per week in office)

Company: GHD

Are you a skilled Civil Technician with a passion for precision and innovation in infrastructure design? GHD is seeking a Senior Civil Technician with strong AutoCAD Civil 3D capabilities to join our growing UK team. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility and the opportunity to work on impactful projects across transport, water, and urban development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and produce detailed civil engineering designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Create and manage digital terrain models, alignments, corridors, pipe networks, and grading designs.
• Prepare high-quality drawings and documentation that meet project and client requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to refine and improve design outputs.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Support data analysis and design conceptualisation for infrastructure projects.
• Operate and optimise design workflows using Civil 3D and related tools.

What You Bring

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D – including surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, and pipe networks.
• Strong understanding of UK design standards and BIM workflows.
• Ability to interpret engineering data and translate it into accurate technical drawings.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Relevant technical qualification in civil engineering or design.
• Experience: At least 3 years of hands-on experience using Civil 3D in a consultancy or engineering environment.

Why Join GHD?

• Work on high-impact infrastructure projects that shape communities.
• Be part of a global network of experts and innovators.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model.
• Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.

Ready to shape the future of infrastructure with GHD?

Job Info

• Job Identification 23344
• Job Category Design Documentation
• Posting Date 09/17/2025, 10:52 AM