Senior Structural Technician - Building Structures

WSP USA; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Wellbeing programme (Thrive)

Gym membership discounts

Chartership/support

Job summary

WSP is recruiting a Senior Structural Revit Technician to lead the production of Revit models and CAD drawings across design stages. You will work with engineers and technicians to drive drafting, coordinate with clients, and deliver multidisciplinary outcomes.

You will use BIM technologies across cloud systems and contribute to the project lifecycle from conception through construction while expanding your leadership within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Experience in Building Structures as a Technician.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with ISO 19650, BIM templates, BEPs, and collaborative information management software.
• Experience with digital platforms, particularly BIM360, is a plus.
• Strong planning and organisational skills; able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Produce and supervise coordinated 3D BIM models using Revit; prepare engineering models & drawings from sketches and design information.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, clients, and colleagues across the WSP network for multidisciplinary delivery.
• Prepare concise engineering drawings using BIM technologies in cloud and managed systems for conception to construction.
• Fulfil Project Technician role; manage drafting aspects of projects of varying complexity and size.

Skills

Communication skills

Planning & organizing

Presentation skills

Working under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

HNC/HND in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

BIM360

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Structural Revit Technician to join our team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Revit Technician to join a supportive and friendly team and to help develop and lead a team in the production of Revit Models and CAD drawings for all stages of design.

Working with an already established team of engineers and Revit/CAD technicians, you will

• Produce and supervise coordinated 3D BIM models using Revit; preparing engineering models & drawings from sketches and design information




• Work closely with key external stakeholders, clients and colleagues from all parts of the WSP businessto achieve multidisciplinary delivery outcomes




• Use BIM technologiesboth in cloud and managed systems to prepare concise engineering drawings for key stages such as conception, planning, tender, building warrant and construction




• Fulfil Project Technician role – manage the drafting aspects of projects of varying complexity and size, actively driving the collaboration.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Gained a HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Civil or Structural Engineering




• Experience in Building Structures as a Technician




• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office




• Experience in the principles of ISO 19650, BIM templates, BEPs, and use of collaborative information management software




• Experience in working with digital platforms, particularly BIM360 and its collaborative modules (Not essential, training will be provided)




• Gained strong, practical experience of using Revit in a similar building structures focused role.




• Proficiency at planning and organising workload




• Strong communication skills both written and verbal




• Excellent presentation skills




• Familiarity with working under pressure and to tight deadlines




• Experience of working on a range of projects across a variety of sectors

You must be eligible to achieve Security Clearance.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

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We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.