Civils Cad Technician

The Client

Our client is a versatile engineering and surveying consultancy offering a comprehensive range of services, including Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, Highways Engineering, Building Surveying, and Geomatics.

As a company, our client has experienced progressive growth and diversification, attracting a diverse clientele from both the public and private sectors. They are committed to meeting the unique needs of their clients, and take pride in delivering high-quality services, irrespective of the project's scale.

Our client has built an impressive reputation for making valuable contributions to projects at every stage, from inception to completion. Their team of experts is readily available to provide thorough advice, starting from initial feasibility and planning, through detailed design, to construction, and post-project support.

The role

Our client is seeking a Civils CAD Technician to join their team in Didcot. The position will include diverse responsibilities, involving hands-on tasks in highways, drainage, and infrastructure design. Additionally, the role includes offering technical assistance to fellow members of the in-house team.

You will be supported from day one and be part of numerous exciting engineering projects that aim to advance your career and skillset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluation of site and feasibility analysis.
• Examination and design of walking, cycling, and public transport infrastructure (WCHAR).
• Planning and overseeing servicing/delivery design.
• Designing highways for both local authority and private residential/commercial purposes (S38/184/278).
• Conducting assessments of vehicle-swept paths.
• Assessing utilities and negotiating their impact (C3 & C4 estimates).
• Conducting Flood Risk Assessments and assessments for flood compensation.
• Designing and modelling drainage systems (S106/104).
• Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP).
• SuDS maintenance plans / Earthworks modelling.
• Road Restraint Risk Assessment Procedure (RRRAP).
• Ordinary Watercourse Consent applications.
• Traffic calming and home zone scheme design.
• Traffic Regulation Orders and Stopping Up Orders and Road Safety Auditing (Stages 1 to 4).

The Requirements

The ideal candidate should possess self-motivation, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Preferred qualifications for candidates include:

• Possess a relevant engineering or CAD qualification.
• Extensive background in civil engineering design consultancy.
• Proficient in using software for horizontal and vertical highway design and civil engineering design, with a preference for expertise in Civil 3D, AutoTrack, and MicroDrainage.
• Knowledgeable about highway planning procedures, including Section 38/278 Agreements, UK design principles, and standards such as MfS and DMRB.
• Familiarity with procedures related to Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) and Road Safety Audits.
• Acquainted with drainage adoption procedures, including section 106/104, UK Design principles/best practices, and standards like Sewers for Adoption and the SuDS Manual.
• Proven experience in interacting with clients and collaborating with other professionals, showcasing strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.

The Rewards

Benefits include, but not limited to:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience).
• 25 days holiday increasing up to 28 based on years in service.
• Option to Bank, buy or sell holiday entitlement.
• Flexible working arrangements incorporating the possibility of remote work.
• Professional Membership fees.
• Employee welfare program.
• Commitment to training and development through on-the-job training, in-house CPD seminars and external short courses.