Senior Technician

Avove Utilities; East Midlands, Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan

Avove Discount Scheme

Family friendly policies

Lifestyle benefit options

Financial wellbeing programme

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Avove Utilities is seeking a Senior Technician to join the Design function, ideally based in Derby or Birmingham with flexibility to travel. You will use Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks to deliver diverse design projects and mentor junior staff.

Join a growing team as part of a leading infrastructure services provider, contributing to water, energy and telecoms projects across the UK with strong emphasis on BIM and digital delivery.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Strong background in engineering design and CAD delivery in utilities, water or related sectors.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and related software; comfortable with Revit and Navisworks.
• Good understanding of multidisciplinary project environments and design processes.
• Solid organisational and communication skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with BIM and digital delivery is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work in accordance with established project controls, guidelines and procedures.
• Support the Design Lead, CAD Manager and project team in delivering design-related activities.
• Undertake design and modelling using Autodesk Civil 3D, Revit, and Navisworks where appropriate.
• Support and ensure BIM procedures and standards across projects.
• Guide junior technicians in CAD, BIM and project delivery standards.
• Produce AutoCAD drawings in line with CAD standards.
• Assist with preparing project documentation and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for timely delivery.

Skills

CAD delivery

BIM workflows

Project coordination

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Civil 3D

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Technician to join our Design function!

Location:

Ideally, the role would be based from either our Derby or Birmingham office. However, we’re happy to consider applicants from further afield who can comfortably commute to one of our offices when required.

Due to continued growth, this is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding design team and play a key role in delivering a diverse range of projects. You’ll work alongside experienced design and project professionals, using tools such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks to bring designs to life, while also having the opportunity to share your knowledge and support the development of junior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in accordance with established project controls, guidelines and procedures.
• Support the Design Lead, CAD Manager and wider project team in delivering a broad range of design-related activities.
• Undertake design and modelling activities using Autodesk Civil 3D and other relevant software packages, including Autodesk Revit and Navisworks where appropriate.
• Support adherence to BIM procedures and standards across relevant projects.
• Support and guide junior technicians in the application of CAD, BIM and project delivery standards.
• Produce AutoCAD drawings in line with agreed CAD standards and procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of project documentation, technical information and reports.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams to support efficient and timely project delivery.

Skills & Experience:

• HNC/HND in Engineering or a relevant discipline, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Strong background in engineering design and CAD delivery, with experience gained within water, wastewater, utilities, infrastructure, highways, rail, energy, land development, developer infrastructure or similar sectors.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D or equivalent engineering design software, with experience of associated third-party software packages and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Good understanding of project management principles within a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Good understanding of design activities and drawing preparation within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload and work to project deadlines.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider design team.
• Experience working within BIM and digital delivery environments would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting projects through design and construction phases would be advantageous.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa process. Applicants must therefore have, and maintain, an alternative right to work for the duration of employment.

What’s in it for you?

• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan
• Avove Discount Scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A selection of lifestyle benefit options
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues
• We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.

At Avove, we’re proud to create an environment where people can build meaningful careers, develop their skills and feel supported to reach their full potential. We invest in training and development, provide opportunities to grow, and are committed to a workplace where safety, wellbeing and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. With a strong focus on supporting our people and their families through a broad range of benefits, Avove is a place where you can feel valued, make a real impact and take the next step in your career with confidence.

About Avove

Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long-term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high‑quality, reliable services for our clients and communities.

We are an equal opportunities employer

At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the application or interview process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to discuss how we can support you.