Open Building Designer Technician

UK wide

Are you looking for a role in Building Information Modelling (BIM), supporting our Rail and Infrastructure Buildings projects?  Do you have an excellent track record in project delivery 3D modelling using Bentley products and Microstation OBD?  Do you have the strategic mindset that can help identify and shape our future modelling deliverables?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Buildings Team as our new Open Buildings Designer Technician and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Open Buildings Designer Technician, you will be part of a highly dynamic, 550-strong, multi-disciplinary buildings practice contributing to and leading the modelling for some of the industry’s most innovative and sustainable building projects across the UK.  You will play a vital role in shaping project success through effective modelling, coordination, and mentorship, promoting and encouraging collaboration between the Engineering teams and our external collaborators, to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and with the highest quality standards..

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Oversee the production and coordination of BIM models primarily relating to Rail and Infrastructure Buildings projects, using Microstation OBD.

• Contribute to improving BIM practices utilising the latest digital techniques, helping the Team keeps pace with and strive to improve on current industry standards

• Assist the Principal Technician in developing a digital strategy with short, medium and long term targets

Your new team

You will be part of Buildings Structural Engineering Team based in one of our UK offices.  You will work on a variety of projects with our engineering teams nationally and with the opportunity to work on both national and international projects. We work closely with our Transport Market colleagues and there will be opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects.  You will join one of our 7 structural teams to suit your location, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Chester, London, Manchester, Southampton.  There will be opportunity to work in a hybrid office / home location.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:

• Bentley Microstation and OBD proficient
• Experience of working in a collaborative, federated BIM environment using clash detection software as necessary
• Experience of Network Rail or Transport for London CAD and BIM standards would be beneficial
• Be prepared to challenge yourself to develop a high degree of technical competence with demonstrable appreciation of sustainable design
• Be able to think outside the box in order to identify improved procedures, protocols and methods in order to improve our modelling contract deliverables 

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Be valued for the unique person you are
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Flexible work environment
• Matched pension contributions (up to 7% contribution)
• Private medical cover and life assurance
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV.

We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So, if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Ramboll in the United Kingdom

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society.

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you’ll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work.