7 Senior CAD Technician - Redcar roles in Redcar

What you'll be doing

Technical

• Produce accurate 2D drawings, 3D models, layouts, schematics, sketches and construction details


• Translate engineer mark-ups, rough sketches, survey information and site instructions into controlled drawings


• Detail a range of construction operations, temporary works interfaces and site logistics arrangements


• Maintain drawing accuracy, scale, layering, coordinates, references, revision control and title block information


• Check drawings for clarity, consistency, buildability and alignment with project standards


• Support interface, clash and coordination reviews using 3D models where required


• Produce drawing information suitable for review, briefing, construction, planning, logistics, temporary works and handover

Software
The role requires strong working knowledge of Autodesk products, including:

• AutoCAD


• Civil 3D


• Navisworks Manage / Navisworks Simulate


• BIM360 Field


• Revit, where required


• AutoCAD Map 3D, where applicable


• Autodesk Vehicle Tracking, where applicable


• ReCap Pro, where point cloud or survey data is used


• Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360, where used for document control or model sharing


• Experience with Bentley systems would be beneficial, including MicroStation, OpenRoads
  Designer, ProjectWise or related Bentley design and collaboration tools


• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar PDF markup and drawing review tools would also be useful

Drawing Production and Technical Drafting

• Produce and update 2D CAD drawings, 3D models, sketches, schematics, technical layouts and construction details


• Prepare drawings from engineer instructions, sketches, red-line mark-ups, survey information, site records and model information


• Support the production of temporary works, logistics, traffic management, compound, plant
  movement, utilities interface and construction support drawings


• Produce clear drawings suitable for review, briefing, construction, coordination and handover


• Maintain high standards of accuracy, presentation, layering, scaling, dimensions, references and drawing control

Temporary Works and Construction Support

• Produce drawings and sketches to support temporary works planning, construction methodology and site coordination


• Prepare layouts and details for temporary platforms, access routes, crane positions, excavation interfaces, service protection, exclusion zones and temporary construction arrangements


• Work under the direction of the relevant engineer, Temporary Works Coordinator or Temporary Works Designer when producing temporary works support information


• Support the development of construction sequencing, method statement drawings, permit sketches and safety-critical work plans


• Challenge unclear information or unsafe assumptions where a drawing could affect construction safety or delivery

Site Logistics, Access and Traffic Management

• Prepare plant and vehicle management layouts, pedestrian segregation plans, traffic routes,
  delivery routes and access control plans


• Support compound development through layout drawings for welfare, offices, car parks, laydown, storage, services, security and logistics


• Produce layouts for barriers, fencing, gates, signage, emergency routes, exclusion zones and material handling areas


• Update drawings as site conditions, work phases, access arrangements or construction methods change


• Maintain awareness of live site constraints, service corridors, delivery routes and construction sequencing

Who we're looking for

The following experience and qualities are essential:

• Proven CAD experience within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, industrial, energy or a similar technical environment


• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D


• Experience producing 2D construction drawings, layouts, details, schematics and drawing updates


• Ability to interpret sketches, mark-ups, survey information, technical instructions, models and red-line drawings


• Ability to produce accurate drawings with limited supervision


• Good understanding of drawing control, revision management and document management processes


• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work with minimal errors


• Ability to manage several drawing tasks at once and work to agreed deadlines


• Good communication skills and confidence working with engineers, supervisors,
  subcontractors and construction teams


• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel

The following experience and qualities are desirable:

• Experience using Navisworks for model review, coordination or clash/interface checking


• Experience using Revit, InfraWorks, AutoCAD Map 3D, Autodesk Vehicle Tracking or ReCap Pro


• Bentley experience, including MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, ProjectWise or related systems


• Experience producing temporary works, traffic management, logistics, compound, plant and vehicle management or safety-critical work drawings


• Experience working on major infrastructure, highways, energy, industrial, utilities, process, rail, aviation or heavy civils projects


• Experience with 3D models, point clouds, survey data, as-built records and construction handover information


• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar drawing review tools


• HNC, HND, ONC or equivalent qualification in engineering, construction, CAD, design or a related discipline


• Formal AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, Navisworks or BIM-related training

Coordination and Interface Management

• Coordinate drawing information across civils, utilities interfaces, accommodation, M&E,
  security, logistics, traffic management, temporary works and follow-on trades


• Support coordination reviews using Navisworks or other 3D tools where required


• Identify drawing conflicts, missing information, unclear mark-ups or interface issues and raise them promptly


• Work with engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and designers to refine and correct drawings


• Support clash, access, buildability and safety reviews through clear visual information

Drawing Control, Records and Handover

• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, superseded drawings and controlled issue records


• Ensure drawings are correctly titled, numbered, referenced and issued through the agreed project systems


• Manage updates, red-line mark-ups, as-built information and final drawing records


• Support quality, handover and document control by producing accurate and traceable drawing information


• Keep CAD files, PDFs, model exports, references and supporting information organised and accessible
  Communication and Delivery


• Work independently to manage drawing priorities and meet agreed deadlines


• Communicate clearly with engineers, supervisors, designers, temporary works teams and document control


• Provide regular updates on drawing progress, missing information and constraints


• Manage several drawing tasks at once while maintaining accuracy and version control


• Support the wider construction team with practical, timely and well-presented technical information

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some of our key benefits are:

An attractive/negotiated salary;
25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
Company car if applicable;
Pension savings schemes;
Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
Discretionary annual salary reviews

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/