CAD Technician / Estimator

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Your responsibilities will include interpreting spreadsheet schedules or hand drawn sketches to produce high quality presentation drawings for modular buildings, large multi-story buildings, elevations, foundation pad layouts and site plans.

• Amend, review and issue drawings, record amendments and maintain files.

Who We’re Looking For:

• You should be familiar with AutoCAD and Revit (Revit not essential) and have a working knowledge of Microsoft office applications.

• Be a ‘can do’ person with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• You will have a good technical ability, be a quick learner with strong attention to detail and be passionate about accuracy.

• Work well under pressure in our busy office.

• Good timekeeping.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Proficiency:

  • Strong experience with AutoCAD;

  • Proven ability to create detailed and accurate CAD drawings for modular buildings.

  • Understanding of building regulations and standards relevant to modular construction.

• Experience:

  • Demonstrable experience in a CAD design role, preferably within the modular building or construction industry.

  • Experience in translating technical requirements into precise design specifications.

  • Obtain Sub-Contractor quotations for key work packages, undertake a comprehensive review of quotations received and incorporate the most commercially suitable quotation within the tender.

  • Ability to review Sub-Contractor quotations for key work packages, undertake a comprehensive review of quotations received and incorporate the most commercially suitable quotation within the tender.

• Attention to Detail:

  • High level of accuracy in producing drawings and technical documentation.

  • Ability to identify and rectify errors or discrepancies in design work.

  • Be able to correctly interpret tender documents and ensure all works packages are captured.

• Communication Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to effectively collaborate with sales, estimating, and production teams to ensure design alignment with project needs.

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Strong understanding of building regulations and their application in modular building design.

  • Familiarity with industry best practices and standards.

• Problem-Solving Abilities:

  • Proactive and solution-oriented approach to overcoming design and pricing challenges.

  • Ability to adapt designs based on feedback and regulatory updates.

• Organisational Skills:

  • Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Effective record-keeping and documentation of design changes and project specifications.

• Work Ethic:

  • High level of professionalism and dedication to producing high-quality work.

  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Technical Aptitude:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for documentation and communication.

  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new software and technologies as required.

• Personal Attributes:

  • A proactive and enthusiastic approach to work.

  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.

  • Reliable and punctual, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of work.

What you will get in return:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme

• Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)

• Option to buy extra holidays

• Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday

• Christmas Shutdown

• Early finish Friday

• Cycle to work scheme   

• Group pension

• Annual Salary review – takes place each January

• Life Assurance 2 x annual salary

• Personal Accident Insurance

• Free onsite parking

• Employee assistance programme

• Training and progression opportunities

• Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)

• Open door policy

• Employee Referral scheme

• Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme)

• Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers

• Message the MD/CEO/ideas and contributions scheme

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. 

If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.