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About The Role
Balfour Beatty is recruiting a Senior Civils CAD Technician to join the Power T&D team in Scotland.
We welcome applications from both full-time and part-time candidates, including those interested in job-sharing. Our flexible working policy supports a healthy work-life balance.
Role Purpose
Coordinate with Site Operative & Design teams to produce drawings for Power Transmission & Distribution Projects, mainly Civils-driven, such as Stone Haul Roads, Bellmouths, Crane Pads, & Earthworks, ensuring compliance with BIM & client requirements, schedule, cost, and quality.
What you'll be doing
Key Accountabilities
Deliver drawings for Haul Roads, Bellmouths, Crane Pads, & Earthworks, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to BIM & client specifications. Report to the Design Team Leader.
Key Responsibilities
* Support drawing production for various sites as a CAD Technician under a Design Team Leader.
* Understand contract document requirements and liaise with Senior/Principal Design Engineers to confirm design needs.
Contribute to delivering high-standard, accurate project drawings across departments, in line with client and BIM standards.
* Be proactive, work independently and in teams, share knowledge, and learn new skills.
* Produce Earthwork drawings, including Swept Path Analysis, using lidar & DTM data, balancing cut and fill volumes.
* Ensure deliverables meet timescales and self-check work before approval and BIM submission.
* Participate in team meetings and improve CAD delivery efficiency.
* Always promote Safety by Design.
Operating Environment
* Adhere to Balfour Beatty’s Code of Conduct for safe, compliant practices.
* Maintain professionalism, respect, and integrity in all interactions.
* Take responsibility for safety and quality, aiming for continuous improvement.
Who we're looking for
Preferred Qualifications
* HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or CAD.
* Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
* Full driving license.
General Experience
* Experience as a CAD Technician in Civil/Engineering environments.
* Knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D, GIS, Microstation, visualization, and working within BIM.
Why work for us
We deliver impactful infrastructure projects that support communities and economies. We offer flexible benefits, including smart working, generous leave, pension, and more.
About Us
Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams provide technical solutions for the UK’s electricity infrastructure, supporting projects from design to maintenance.
Diversity and inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We are committed to equal opportunity and actively support Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and those with disabilities.
Learn more at our diversity and inclusion page.
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