CAD Technician / Junior Modeller
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary:£30,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading groundworks contractor operating predominantly in the residential sector, specialising in Roads, Sewers, Infrastructure, Bulk Earthworks, and Housing Plot Groundworks.
The business is established and growing, offering a supportive technical team environment and opportunities for career progression. The successful candidate will report directly to the Engineering Manager, who will oversee your development and provide any necessary training.
Key Responsibilities
3D modelling of existing and proposed sites to generate cut/fill analysis
Processing survey and drone data, assisting in drone flights as required
Assisting with design reviews and developing conceptual site models
Manipulating data using AutoCAD
Processing drainage and utilities as-built information
Participating in regular team meetings
Collaborating closely with operational Site Teams and Engineers
Key Attributes
Proficient in AutoCAD with construction environment experience
Technically minded and inquisitive, able to solve complex problems and deliver work to a high standard
Comfortable working to deadlines
Strong communication skills, confident engaging with clients and colleagues
Experience with Earthworks Modelling Software (Civils 3D, LSS, Agtek, Trimble Business Centre, N4CE) is advantageous
Understanding of Civil Engineering and Earthworks is beneficial
Any site-based experience within Groundworks Engineering is a plus
Ideal Candidates
Current CAD Technicians in construction/civils/groundworks
Land Surveyors or Junior Site/Civil Engineers interested in a technical career shift
Why This Role?
Join a highly experienced technical team within a growing company
Competitive salary and benefits package
Additional training and support tailored to your development
If your experience aligns with the criteria above and you are eager to contribute to a dynamic technical team, we would love to hear from you.