Senior Civil BIM Designer

Job Overview

Our client Scottish Power Energy Networks is looking for a Senior Civil BIM Designer to join their team based in Cambuslang on a contract basis initially.

We seek an experienced BIM Designer with a background in Civil/Structural works and proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.

We are looking for individuals with skills and experience in the following area:
Civil / Structural Engineering.

SP Energy Networks Drawing Office is expanding to meet growing business demands, and we are seeking a BIM / CAD Designer (Drawing Office) - Civil / Structural Engineering to support these efforts.

As a BIM / CAD Designer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing high quality engineering model and drawing solutions for Transmission Network Projects (132kV and above).

Reporting to the Civil / Structural Discipline Lead, you will play an important role in delivering accurate, consistent model and drawing outputs that meet project, safety and compliance requirements. This role will draw on your key skills in engineering model and drawing creation, technical expertise within Civil / Structural Engineering, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the discipline.

We are looking for a flexible, self‑driven individual who is passionate about enhancing the team's knowledge and understanding of innovative engineering solutions and designs. Your professionalism and approach will help support a collaborative and inclusive workplace. At SP Energy Networks, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We value collaboration, integrity and a commitment to excellence.

We believe in continuous learning and development, ensuring that every team member can grow and succeed.

• Preparation of Models & Drawings:
  Developing both feasibility and detailed design models and drawings for complex transmission / distribution projects.
• Compliance:
  Supporting adherence to health, safety, quality and environmental standards within project deliverables.
• Workload Management:
  Responsible for organising and progressing your allocated workload efficiently.
• Information Gathering:
  Collecting relevant information to produce accurate models and drawings.
• Standards Promotion:
  Communicating and encouraging the use of drawing standards and procedures.
• System Compliance:
  Ensuring your work complies with externally audited systems and supporting the discipline in maintaining these standards.
• Database Maintenance:
  Contribute to the maintenance and upkeep of the drawing office databases.
• Design Change System:
  Contribute to an auditable design/change system to facilitate BS EN 9001 accreditation.
• Drawing Assessment:
  Assessing basic and detailed engineering drawings during the approval process.
• Team Support:
  Providing guidance and support to team members in their areas of expertise.
• Client Delivery:
  Ensuring timely delivery of high‑quality work to clients, achieving high client satisfaction.
• Documentation Review:
  Preparing and reviewing drawing documentation and processes within the drawing office.
• Communications:
  Keeping the drawing office manager, design lead, project staff and clients updated on work progress and any issues that arise.

• In‑depth understanding of engineering design principles and health & safety requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals, departments and businesses.
• Produce technical drawings, including plans, sections, elevations, schedules and details.
• Proficient in using Autodesk products, including but not restricted to Revit 2024, AutoCAD 2022, Civil 3D 2022, Vault, ACC, Project Wise, Raster Design 2020, and the MS Office suite.
• Coordinate models with multi‑disciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with BIM execution plans.
• Implement and maintain Revit standards, templates and families.
• Assist in clash detection and model audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Update models based on design changes, markups and engineering feedback.
• Support project teams with BIM workflows, documentation and…