Senior BIM Technician

1 week ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom SLR Consulting Full time

SLR has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineering Senior BIM Technician to join our Engineering & Design Service Line in Edinburgh.

You will be a key member of our BIM team, reporting to our BIM / CAD Manager, working collaboratively with engineering disciplines and the wider company to ensure that our technical drawing and 3D modelling requirements are met. This will involve helping to develop designs for power, infrastructure and built environment projects using Autodesk Civil 3D and Infraworks.

Closing date: 14/06/2024

The role

Joining as part of our Engineering & Design team, but potentially providing wider support across the global business; you'll have a fantastic opportunity to support our Engineering team to develop designs for power, infrastructure and built environment projects.

The successful Senior BIM Technician will be experienced in using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Vehicle Tracking. Experience in Infraworks is desired, but training can be provided.

Duties would include:

  • Preparing Civil 3D earthworks & corridor models from engineer's sketches
  • Detailing earthwork quantities from civil 3D models
  • Preparing 2D detail drawings from engineer's sketches
  • Mentoring junior members of BIM team and checking their work
  • Responsibility for document management and the issuing of drawings
  • Supporting BIM / CAD Manager in maintaining CAD standards, best practice and processes for modelling, content creation and advanced digital developments
  • Managing procurement of site data, such as stats searches and topographical survey

As part of a multidisciplinary global consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work across other sectors with SLR staff, in disciplines including the Advisory, Environmental Management and Compliance, Land and Water and Environmental Specialist Services Groups. You will have the opportunity to work within an experienced team and be involved in a series of exciting challenges with one of the leading environmental and engineering consultancies in the UK - along with having the opportunity to work and travel across our European Business.

About us

SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3,000 employees working in 125 countries around the world, including over 1,000 staff across Europe. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business; providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.

Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days' annual leave, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.

About you

Key skills and knowledge we'd like you to have:

  • HND (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
  • Civil 3D background with experience in earthworks modelling & corridor modelling
  • Solid understanding of civil engineering
  • Vehicle tracking experience
  • Infraworks experience
  • Working knowledge of ISO 19650
  • Familiarity with British Standards/Codes of Practice
  • EngTech MICE (or working towards)
  • Experience working in a Common Data Environment such as ProjectWise, BIM Collaborate, 4Projects, Aconex or similar
  • Good written communication skills - able to annotate changes in the description of works

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.

For more information on our commitment to DE&I, and the great work we are doing, please watch the video here:

Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.



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