Lead Designer
Due to a high value contract and growth ambitions, we are looking for a Lead Designer to add to a growing company. The role requires the successful candidate will be responsible for a major project meeting the specifications required, by producing technical drawings and models. Benefits include: * Competitive Salary * Annual Reviews * Performance pay structure * Additional holiday added per year of work (up to 36 days) * Private Medical healthcare - including Dental, Optical, Physio and Mental Health cover * Development opportunities within department / company * Company pension * On-site parking As a Lead Designer, you will be responsible for: * Taking information from multiple plans/models and incorporating them into a single computer model which can be used to build and maintain a structure * Liaising with design teams, clients, architects, surveyors, engineers and project managers * Assisting the design team and project managers with drawings * Producing structural models, drawings and schedules using Autodesk Revit 3d/2d capabilities and BIM software/processes * Designing technical solutions for our access packages and steelwork packages * Design Programming using Microsoft Project * Managing project designer/sub-contractors * Ensuring plans are accurate and easy to interpret * Raising the profile of BIM within across departments and teams * Adhering to the latest industry standards The ideal candidate will be: * Previous experience in the construction industry with multi-site operations. Rail and airport experience advantageous. * Higher National Certificate (HNC) / Higher National Diploma (HND) in a construction related discipline which contains BIM. * Efficient in the use of CAD/Revit/ Bentley Microstation * Understanding of construction and other building processes, equipment and plant. * Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. * Professional in their approach to dealing with issues. * Strong organisational or administrative skills with attention to detail and a methodical approach. * IT literate and a comprehensive understanding of Windows based programmes to include Word, Excel and Outlook is essential. * The ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a range of people, both on the phone and face-to-face. * Strong teamwork skills are essential