Job Description

Attention all Civil/Structural Designers! Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for a skilled Civil/Structural Designer to join a leading Design and Engineering Consultancy, in a long-term contract position, outside IR35. As the successful candidate, you will be required to work hybrid from our client's office in either Manchester or Middlesbrough. This is a great opportunity to work on an Oil & Gas project with an experienced and motivated team.

• Competitive hourly rate ranging from £40-£45 (depending on experience).
• Flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain accurate 3D models for piping, structural, and civil components using Aveva E3D, following project standards and specifications.
• Produce drawings including general arrangements, isometrics, spools, and fabrication details directly from the model.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline teams to ensure integrated, clash-free designs and participate in model reviews and clash detection.
• Update models and documentation in line with design changes, ensuring data accuracy, compliance with standards, and proper version control.

What we are looking for:

• Must have experience working on onshore oil and gas projects.
• Skilled in using Aveva E3D software to produce models in 3D, with knowledge of the Draft/Draw functionality.
• Capable of creating civil and structural models, as well as general arrangement and detailed drawings for concrete pipe supports (sleepers), steelwork frame pipe supports, pipe bridges, and Above Ground Installations (AGIs).
• Experience in civil works such as earthworks, road layouts, culverts, tunnels, and utility protection/diversion is highly desirable, as is the ability to produce reinforced concrete detailing.
• Hold a City & Guilds qualification or HNC/HND. Professional registration as EngTech or IEng with ICE is advantageous.
• Experience with 4D simulation, construction sequencing, and clash detection software is also beneficial.