Senior Draftsman 3D

Egis; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a full-time Senior Draftsman – Tekla 3D RC to participate in Nuclear New Build projects in the UK. The role involves developing high-quality 3D reinforced concrete models and requires strong skills in Tekla Structures, ensuring compliance in a BIM-managed nuclear environment.

The ideal candidate should have proven experience in RC detailing and significant understanding of constructability rules, delivering impressive results in complex building projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 3D reinforced concrete modelling using Tekla Structures.
• Strong understanding of RC detailing rules and constructability.
• Experience on large infrastructure or complex building projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3D reinforced concrete models using Tekla Structures.
• Produce RC detailing deliverables including GA drawings and Bar Bending Schedules.
• Deliver modelling outputs in compliance with nuclear quality requirements.

Skills

3D reinforced concrete modelling

Tekla Structures

RC detailing knowledge

Construction drawing interpretation

High accuracy and quality awareness

Job description

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting‑edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

In the UK, we’re proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges – delivering climate‑responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

We’re looking for a full‑time Senior Draftsman – Tekla 3D RC to join our team working on Nuclear New Build projects, specifically focusing on Nuclear Island buildings of Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and similar projects. You will enjoy reinforcing your technical skills when working on the most complex buildings of a Nuclear Power Plant, cultivating strong working relationships in a multi‑cultural environment to deliver outstanding results for our clients.

You must have the right to work in the UK

Job Description

The Senior Draftsman – Tekla 3D RC Modeller is responsible for delivering high‑quality 3D reinforced concrete models and detailing using Tekla Structures for the most complex buildings of the EPR Nuclear Island on Sizewell C.

The role is primarily production‑focused, with strong technical autonomy on RC modelling, working in close coordination with the Chief Draftsman and the BIM Coordinator within a BIM‑managed and regulated nuclear environment.

Scope of Works – Nuclear Island Buildings

• Reactor Buildings and Common Raft
• Fuel Buildings
• Safeguard Buildings
• Airplane Crash‑resistant Buildings

These structures involve very thick RC sections, high reinforcement densities, complex embedments, and stringent constructability constraints.

Key Responsibilities

3D RC Modelling & Detailing (Tekla)

• Develop and maintain 3D reinforced concrete models using Tekla Structures.
• Model complex RC elements, including:
  • Common rafts, basemats, thick walls and slabs
  • Highly congested reinforcement layouts
  • Openings, penetrations, embedments, and construction joints
• Produce RC detailing deliverables:
  • General Arrangement (GA) drawings
  • Reinforcement drawings
  • Bar Bending Schedules (BBS)
• Accurately implement engineering sketches, mark‑ups, and design comments into the Tekla model.

BIM Environment & Coordination

• Work within a BIM‑managed environment in accordance with the project BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
• Coordinate closely with:
  • Chief Draftsman / Lead RC Detailer for technical direction and prioritisation
  • BIM Coordinator for model federation, clash management, and exchanges
• Ensure Tekla models comply with:
  • Model structure and naming conventions
  • Required Level of Detail (LOD) and Level of Information (LOI)
• Support the resolution of clashes and interface issues identified during coordination reviews.

Quality, Nuclear Context & Compliance

• Deliver modelling outputs in compliance with:
  • Project procedures and nuclear quality requirements
  • Applicable design codes (Eurocodes, RCC‑CW where applicable)
• Apply a strong nuclear safety culture in all modelling activities.
• Manage model revisions in line with document and model control processes.
• Support responses to design reviews and construction queries related to RC detailing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 3D reinforced concrete modelling using Tekla Structures.
• Strong understanding of RC detailing rules and constructability.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, calculations, and engineering intent.
• Experience on large infrastructure or complex building projects.
• High level of accuracy, rigour, and quality awareness.
• Ability to work efficiently within a structured multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Experience

• Experience on nuclear or regulated projects.
• Exposure to EPR / HPC / SZC‑type structures.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and CDEs (e.g. ProjectWise).
• Experience dealing with dense reinforcement and safety‑critical RC structures.