Senior Structural Technician

Robert Bird Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Health insurance rates

Paid parental leave

Recognition awards

Social club

Healthy lifestyle balance

Job summary

Robert Bird Group in London is seeking a Senior Technician to join our Structural Engineering team. You will lead the production and coordination of high‑quality drawings and BIM models, while supporting Revit standards and mentoring junior technicians.

Working closely with engineers and project leaders, you will contribute to a diverse portfolio including commercial developments, data centres and mixed‑use schemes, ensuring technical excellence throughout delivery.

Qualifications

• HNC or HND in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 8+ years’ experience in structural drafting and documentation.
• 3+ years’ experience using Revit with strong BIM coordination skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of structural drawings, detailing and construction documentation.
• Experience coordinating information with architects, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop junior technicians.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of structural drawings and BIM models using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Support the development and implementation of Revit standards across UK projects.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors and design teams to resolve queries.
• Review drawings to ensure compliance with drafting standards.
• Delegate and coordinate work across technicians and trainees.
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance.
• Develop and maintain drawing office standards and best practices.
• Contribute to project planning, resource management and delivery programmes.
• Maintain project drawing records and transmittals as required.
• Support health, safety and wellbeing policies within the team.
• Act as a senior technical resource for Project Leaders.

Skills

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

BIM coordination

Mentoring juniors

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

HNC/HND in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Robert Bird Group is a global consulting engineering firm delivering innovative, sustainable and buildable solutions across structural, civil, geotechnical, construction engineering and virtual design & construction (VDC). Established in Brisbane in 1982, we now have more than 850 staff across twelve offices in Australia, the UK, Asia, the Middle East and North America.

As part of SJ Group, a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, we are connected to a global network reimagining a smarter, more sustainable future. Headquartered in Singapore, the group brings together 16,000 specialists across more than 40 countries, spanning architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other built environment experts. We can draw on this depth of expertise while retaining the agility and focus of a specialist consultancy, to deliver projects of any scale and complexity. We work collaboratively with clients, architects and contractors to realise shared ambitions and achieve certainty in cost, programme and quality.

From buildings and transport to energy, healthcare, sports and entertainment, we provide innovative end-to-end engineering solutions. We think, plan and design with the construction process in mind, applying construction engineering expertise to anticipate challenges, improve efficiency and enhance buildability. Our advanced digital design tools and modern methods of construction enable us to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability throughout project lifecycles.

Our portfolio spans some of the world’s most ambitious projects, from Battersea Power Station and 21 Moorfields in London, to the Camp Nou regeneration in Barcelona, Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur, Dubai's ICD Brookfield Place, and Snowy Hydro 2.0 in Australia. We combine vast experience with the curiosity, passion and creativity needed to solve the most complex challenges. Each project demonstrates our ability to collaborate across disciplines and geographies, delivering solutions that meet complex structural, logistical and environmental challenges.

Driven by a culture of integrity, agility and collaboration, we continue to push the boundaries of engineering design and delivery in pursuit of our goal: to shape a better world through the relentless pursuit of engineering excellence.

About the role

We are seeking an Senior Technician to join our Structural Engineering team in London. You will lead the production and coordination of high-quality structural drawings and BIM models, while supporting Revit standards and mentoring junior technicians.

Working closely with Engineers and Project Leaders, you will contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects, including commercial developments, mixed-use schemes and data centres, ensuring technical excellence and quality throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the production of structural engineering drawings and BIM models using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Support the continued development and implementation of Revit standards and protocols across UK projects.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors and building services consultants to resolve design and documentation queries.
• Review and check technical drawings and deliverables to ensure compliance with company drafting standards.
• Delegate and coordinate work across technicians, junior technicians and trainees.
• Support and mentor junior team members, providing technical guidance and training.
• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of drawing office standards and best practices.
• Contribute to project planning, resource management and delivery programmes.
• Maintain project drawing records and transmittals where required.
• Support a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture by ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Act as a senior technical resource within the team and support Project Leaders as required. [

What We Are Looking For

• HNC or HND qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in structural drafting and documentation.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience using Revit, with strong BIM coordination skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of structural engineering drawings, detailing and construction documentation.
• Experience coordinating information with architects, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior technicians.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

What we offer you:

RBG is a growing, fast-paced business which offers birthday leave, corporate health insurance rates, paid parental leave, recognition awards, an active and engaging social club, along with a supportive team environment where healthy lifestyle balance is encouraged.

Reasonable Adjustments

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