Senior Structural Technician

Civic Recruitment Limited; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-Weekly Payments

Location: Northallerton

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior Structural Technician for a 3-month contract with a local authority in Northallerton. The role involves producing and coordinating high-quality structural drawings and BIM models, working closely with structural engineers, architects, and contractors.

You will manage BIM coordination across steelwork, RC, masonry and timber, with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, and provide construction-stage technical support. A UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ structural detailing experience in an engineering design consultancy.
• Proven experience on new-build and refurbishment projects.
• Strong detailing across steelwork, RC, masonry and timber.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD to produce detailed models/drawings.
• UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to develop structural designs for substructures and superstructures.
• Produce, supervise and coordinate 3D BIM models and 2D drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Interpret engineers’ sketches into accurate drawings and coordinated BIM models.
• Prepare preliminary drawings for outline estimates and early-stage development.
• Provide construction-stage technical support including RFIs and TQs.
• Review concrete details and schedules and coordinate with fabricators.
• Undertake site visits to resolve construction issues.
• Coordinate information with architects, engineers, contractors to resolve clashes.

Skills

Structural detailing

Communication

Teamwork

UK driving licence

Education

HND/HNC in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Northallerton, United Kingdom | Posted on 01/09/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

The Senior Structural Technician will be responsible for producing, coordinating and supervising high-quality structural drawings and BIM models across a range of new-build and refurbishment projects. Working closely with structural engineers, architects, contractors and other multidisciplinary team members, the role will support projects from initial briefing and concept through to detailed technical design and construction.

The successful candidate will bring strong structural detailing experience across steelwork, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber, with a thorough understanding of RIBA project stages, BIM coordination and construction-stage support.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams, including internal and external stakeholders, to develop structural designs for substructures and superstructures that meet client and project requirements.
• Produce, supervise and coordinate 3D BIM models and 2D technical drawings using Revit and AutoCAD .
• Interpret structural engineers’ marked-up sketches and translate them into accurate, detailed technical drawings and coordinated BIM models.
• Produce structural sketches and detailed drawings appropriate to RIBA project stages, from briefing and concept through to technical detailed design.
• Prepare preliminary structural drawings and information suitable for outline cost estimates and early-stage project development.
• Provide construction-stage technical support, including responding to RFIs and TQs.
• Review reinforced concrete details and schedules, as well as steel fabricators’ drawings, ensuring accuracy and coordination with the wider design.
• Undertake site visits to investigate and resolve emerging structural issues during construction.
• Coordinate structural information with architects, engineers, contractors and other disciplines to identify and resolve design clashes and technical issues.
• Support the delivery of projects within agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards.
• Maintain a high standard of accuracy and technical quality across all drawings, models and project documentation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of drawing, modelling and project delivery processes.

Requirements

• HND/HNC in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ structural detailing experience gained within an engineering design consultancy.
• Proven experience working on both new-build and refurbishment projects .
• Strong structural detailing experience across structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber .
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD , with the ability to produce detailed technical models and drawings from structural engineers’ marked-up sketches.
• Strong computer literacy with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel .
• Good understanding and practical experience of RIBA staged project delivery .
• Experience working to project programmes and maintaining agreed budgets.
• Experience providing technical support during the construction stage, including responding to RFIs and TQs.
• Ability to review and coordinate reinforced concrete details, schedules and steel fabricators’ drawings.Full UK driving licence .
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to technical drawing and BIM coordination.

Additional Information

• Bi-Weekly Payments
• Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire