Structural BIM Technician

Discipline: Structures

Location: London

Who we are

AKT II's outstanding reputation, stability and growth has attracted the very best professionals with the promise of progressing and expanding their careers. This continued growth has led to the expansion of the company from London into key geographies across the globe: Cambridge, Manchester and Bristol in the UK, as well as Copenhagen and Toronto internationally.

The position.

As a BIM Technician you will be an integral part of a young and dynamic design team, working on some of the most exciting and complex projects throughout the UK and worldwide. As part of the engineering team, you will support engineering design projects from inception to practical completion in commercial, health, retail, industrial, education, hotels, leisure and other specialist sectors.

The role requires producing detailed BIM Drawings to meet with design and construction programmes, liaising with other disciplines and ensuring the co-ordination with Engineers and detailing work appropriate to the project. The position offers training in the latest 3D BIM technology (Revit) and design processes to enable the production of 3D models. As part of the engineering team, you will support engineering design projects from inception to practical completion in commercial, health, retail, industrial, education, hotels, leisure and other specialist sectors. The role requires producing detailed BIM Drawings to meet with design and construction programmes, liaising with other disciplines and ensuring the co-ordination with Engineers and detailing work appropriate to the project. The position offers training in the latest 3D BIM technology (Revit) and design processes to enable the production of 3D models.

The role and responsibilities.

Reporting to a Senior Associate BIM Technician responsibilities shall include, but shall not be limited to the following:

• The preparation of general BIM drawings using Revit / AutoCAD and other propriety design software in accordance with the companies BIM procedure.
• The preparation and updating of the 3D BIM Model.
• The preparation of engineering drawings and submissions.
• Assist the wider team adhere to BIM Execution Plan and BIM project workflow criteria as per Company guidelines.
• Assisting in scheduling and maintaining a drawing programme to meet the Client's time frame.
• Collaborate and Coordinate with other disciplines design changes and model challenges.
• Comply with the project IMS, CDM regulations and other relevant Safety and Environmental legislation where relevant.
• Assisting with the production of project documentation.
• Manage the AKT II drawing control and filing systems.
• Using Client based intranet and common data environment sites to upload and retrieve drawings.
• Day-to-day support of the wider engineering team.

Required skills.

• Sound knowledge of concrete and steel building structures, as well as experience in other structural materials .
• Sound knowledge of BIM Software, Revit is highly desirable.
• Commitment to continued education and improvement through on-the-job learning and training opportunities .
• Have knowledge / experience in interoperability between applications.
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.
• Ability to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organise parts of projects.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications and experience.

• Qualifications in STEM subjects preferred.
• A good degree or HND / HNC in Construction & Built Environment desirable.
• Experience, competency and flexibility to rise to challenging situations and take on responsibility appropriate to their capability.
• You will have the opportunity over time to assume greater levels of responsibility and autonomy as your professional skills develop, and you will be supported through working towards a recognised qualification

What's in it for you?

The chance to work for an innovative, design-led studio based in Manchester with the opportunity to work on some of the very best projects across UK, Europe and internationally, plus a friendly, dedicated team and a competitive salary. You'll receive AKT II's many employee benefits including a vibrant social calendar, with many company-funded events and activities.

Apply for this position today.

Fill in the form and submit your CV and take the next step in your career with AKT II.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. AKT II is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities.