Role Overview – We are seeking a Civil / Infrastructure Technician to join our Glasgow office. This opportunity would suit someone with experience in civil engineering or infrastructure design who is confident producing accurate drawings, models and technical information for highways, drainage, external works and general civil engineering projects.
The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects across residential, commercial, industrial and public-sector developments. Working closely with engineers, senior technicians and multidisciplinary project teams, the role will focus on producing high-quality design outputs, supporting project delivery and ensuring all work aligns with relevant technical standards and Fairhurst’s quality expectations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design & Drafting
- Produce high-quality 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or similar design tools for highways, drainage, levels, external works and general civil engineering schemes.
- Prepare engineering layouts, sections, details, construction drawings and design models to support project delivery from feasibility through to planning, tender and construction stages.
- Support digital design development, including BIM-compliant models and coordinated design information where required.
- Update drawings and models to reflect design changes, engineer instructions, client comments and stakeholder feedback.
Standards, Compliance & Approvals
- Prepare design outputs and supporting information in accordance with relevant UK design standards, regulations and client requirements.
- Assist engineers with the preparation and coordination of technical submissions for planning, statutory approvals and other regulatory processes.
- Support the development of drawings and information for highways, drainage, utilities coordination, earthworks and external works packages.
- Ensure design information complies with internal quality procedures, industry best practice and agreed documentation standards.
Project Delivery
- Work collaboratively with engineers and senior technicians to deliver design packages on time and in line with agreed budgets and programmes.
- Contribute to the preparation of technical schedules, design information, quantities, calculations and project documentation.
- Support site-based activities including inspections, surveys and information gathering to inform design development.
- Maintain organised project files and support efficient workflow processes across the team.
Collaboration
- Work closely with engineers, senior technicians, project managers and colleagues across multiple offices.
- Liaise with external stakeholders such as architects, planners, surveyors, utility providers and contractors to support coordinated design outputs.
- Participate in internal meetings, design reviews and cross-disciplinary coordination to ensure alignment across project disciplines.
- Communicate clearly and professionally, raising queries and design issues promptly with the relevant engineer or project lead.
Quality
- Produce accurate, clear and consistent drawings, models and design outputs that meet Fairhurst’s quality expectations.
- Carry out self-checks and participate in peer reviews of drawings, models and design packages.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting ideas to improve design quality, efficiency and workflows.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications & Professional Requirements
- HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience working in a civil engineering, infrastructure or CAD technician role within a consultancy or similar technical environment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, with working knowledge of Civil 3D or similar design/modelling tools.
- Understanding of UK highways, drainage design principles and associated technical standards.
- Ability to produce accurate, well-structured drawings, design models and technical information.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Effective communication, teamwork and organisational skills, with the ability to manage workload across multiple projects.
Desirable Skills
- Experience producing 3D surface models, alignments, earthworks and drainage networks.
- Familiarity with MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow or related drainage design software.
- Experience preparing drawings for planning, tender or construction submission packages.
- Understanding of utilities coordination and service layouts.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
About Fairhurst LLP – Fairhurst LLP is one of the UK’s largest private multidisciplinary partnerships of consulting engineers, delivering civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, planning, water, and landscape architecture services across 16 principal offices in the UK. Fairhurst specialises in providing cost‑effective, sustainable engineering solutions and prides itself on high-quality service delivery, technical excellence, and long-standing client relationships.
Our Civil Engineering teams deliver practical, sustainable and commercially focused infrastructure solutions for public and private sector clients. We support projects from early feasibility and planning through to detailed design, technical approvals and construction support, working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to create successful outcomes for residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments.
ETHOS
We, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry.
We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.
