Title: BIM Technician
Join us as a BIM Technician and help deliver safe, efficient, and forward-thinking infrastructure
As our BIM Technician, you’ll take ownership of a range of design and planning activities across Replacement and Capital projects, with a strong focus on Multiple Occupancy Building (MOB) riser designs.
This is more than just technical design – it’s about ensuring every plan meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency. You’ll play a key role in identifying and mitigating design risks, ensuring alignment with SHE policies, Construction Industry Safety Legislation, and Cadent’s internal standards. You’ll also champion process improvement, streamlining workflows and applying best practice methodologies to enhance project outcomes.
Why you’ll love this role
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Technical Ownership – Lead the design and planning of complex MOBS projects with a focus on safety and compliance.
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Innovation in Action – Use cutting-edge BIM tools to drive smarter, more efficient project delivery.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
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Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities to enhance design processes and contribute to a culture of excellence.
Skills and Experience
You’re a technically skilled and detail-oriented professional with a passion for design and planning. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
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Software Expertise – Proficiency in AutoCAD 18 or higher is essential; experience with Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and BIM 360 is highly desirable.
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Design Experience – Strong background in network design processes and graphical phasing representation.
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Stakeholder Engagement – Proven ability to manage relationships and communicate technical information clearly.
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Delivery Focus – Self-motivated, deadline-driven, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
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Safety Leadership – A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks in design.
At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!
We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
What’s In It for You
Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:
- Annual bonus
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
- Career development with funded learning options
- Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- Retail discounts, gym access, and more
We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!
What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd
Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.
