Our client Scottish Power Energy Networks are currently looking for a Senior Civil BIM Designer to join their team based in Cambuslang on a contract basis initially. Ideally for this role they are looking for an experienced BIM Designer with a background in Civil/Structural works as well as experience with Revit and AutoCAD. For more information on this role see below.
Job Purpose Statement
Purpose
We are looking for individuals with skills and experience in the following areas:
Civil / Structural Engineering
SP Energy Networks Drawing Office is expanding to meet growing business demands, and we are seeking a BIM / CAD Designer (Drawing Office) - Civil / Structural Engineering to support these efforts.
As a BIM / CAD Designer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing high quality engineering model and drawing solutions for Transmission Network Projects (132kV and above).
Reporting to the Civil / Structural Discipline Lead, you will play an important role in delivering accurate, consistent model and drawing outputs that meet project, safety, and compliance requirements.
This role will draw on your key skills in engineering model and drawing creation, technical expertise within Civil / Structural Engineering, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the discipline.
We are looking for a flexible, self driven individual who is passionate about enhancing the team's knowledge and understanding of innovative engineering solutions and designs.
Your professionalism and approach will help support a collaborative and inclusive workplace.
At SP Energy Networks, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where creativity and innovation thrive.
We value collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
We believe in continuous learning and development, ensuring that every team member can grow and succeed.
Accountability Statements
What you'll be doing
- Preparation of Models s Drawings: Developing both feasibility and detailed design models and drawings for complex transmission / distribution projects.
- Compliance: Supporting adherence to health, safety, quality, and environmental standards within project deliverables.
- Workload Management: Responsible for organising and progressing your allocated workload efficiently.
- Information Gathering: Collecting relevant information to produce accurate models and drawings.
- Standards Promotion: Communicating and encouraging the use of drawing standards and procedures.
- ?A Systems: Ensuring your work complies with externally audited ?A systems and supporting the discipline in maintaining these standards.
- Database Maintenance: Contribute to the maintenance and upkeep of the drawing office databases.
- Design Change System: Contribute to an auditable design/design change system to facilitate BS EN 9001 accreditation.
- Drawing Assessment: Assessing basic and detailed engineering drawings during approval process.
- Team Support: Providing guidance and support to team members in their areas of expertise.
- Client Delivery: Ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work to clients, achieving high client satisfaction.
- Documentation Review: Preparing and reviewing drawing documentation and processes within the drawing office.
- Communications: Keeping drawing office manager, design lead, project staff and clients updated on work progress and any issues that arise.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
What you'll bring
- In-depth understanding of engineering design principles and health C safety requirements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals, departments, and businesses.
- Produce technical drawings, including plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and details.
- Proficient in using Autodesk products, including but not restricted to Revit 2024, AutoCAD 2022, Civil 3D 2022, Vault, ACC, ProjectWise, Raster Design 2020, and the MS Office suite.
- Coordinate models with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with BIM execution plans.
- Implement and maintain Revit standards, templates, and families.
- Assist in clash detection and model audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Update models based on design changes, markups, and engineering feedback.
- Support project teams with BIM workflows, documentation, and digital collaboration tools.
- Ensure all work meets quality, accuracy, and project deadlines.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of digital processes and modelling efficiency.
- Understanding of construction methods, regulations such as British standards (BS) and technical detailing.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Experience with BIM Level 2 workflows and common data environments.
- Excellent organisational abilities to ensure high client satisfaction and the ability to plan and manage conflicting requirements to meet challenging deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Capability to investigate and comprehend detailed Civil / Structural and substation design aspects of transmission / distribution network design or other energy-related assets.
- Contribute recommendations of continuous improvement initiatives relating to the drawing office functions and deliverables.
Minimum Criteria (mandatory)
Criteria Essential/Desirable
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in Civil/Structural model and drawing production:
? General Arrangement Drawings
? RC Detailing
? 3D Modelling of Civil / Structural Elements
? Cable Duct C Trench Layouts / Details
? Ground Investigation Layouts
? Steelwork Layouts C Details
? Concrete Layouts C Details
- HNC in Civil Engineering or proven engineering experience within Transmission Substation Design - Drawing Office.
- Understanding of Engineering Design drawing production in chosen field.
- A solid understanding of health and safety requirements, and compliance.
- Working knowledge of model C drawing standards and procedures.
- Skilled in using 3D/2D Autodesk products, including Revit, Civil3D, AutoCAD, Vault, ACC, ProjectWise, Raster Design 2020, and the MS Office suite.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Possession of a UK driving license.