BIM​/CAD Technician

BIM/CAD Technician – Southend

£45,000 role within the Projects department of a growing Southend-based business, supporting expanding design and coordination needs for current and upcoming projects. The position requires proficiency in both 3D BIM modelling and 2D CAD drafting to deliver accurate technical outputs for MEP works.

We are seeking an experienced BIM/CAD Technician to join our Projects department in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. This newly created role will work across 3D modelling and 2D CAD production, supporting highly coordinated MEP project delivery within a compliance‑driven construction environment.

• Produce accurate 3D BIM models and 2D CAD drawings for MEP‑related project works.
• Develop detailed sections, schematics, layouts and coordinated drawing packages.
• Support coordination and clash detection processes using Revit, Navisworks and related BIM tools.
• Coordinate models and drawings across multiple disciplines, ensuring interfaces between services are accurately represented.
• Maintain compliance‑led modelling processes in line with project requirements, internal standards and relevant BIM procedures.
• Input, manage and coordinate COBie and asset data, including asset tagging for full O&M data and CNS integration.
• Map loop circuit data within field devices where required.
• Support scheduling, take‑offs and drawing updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review design information for coordination issues, buildability, fire compartmentation and BWIC requirements.
• Work closely with internal project teams, external stakeholders, contractors and consultants to support successful project delivery.

Applicants should have proven experience working with MEP trades within the construction industry, ideally within a Tier 1 contractor or similarly structured environment. The role is suitable for a technically strong BIM/CAD professional who is confident working on complex, coordinated building services projects.

• AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Revizto and Bluebeam.
• Strong knowledge of MEP coordination, clash detection, COBie/asset data, ISO 19650 processes, scheduling, take‑offs and detailed drawing production.

• Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (negotiable based on experience and market conditions).
• 25 days holiday.
• Office hours: 9:00 – 17:00.
• Contract position.