Civil Engineering Technician apprentice - Level 3

Prepare documentation including, but not limited to: drawings, models, estimates, schedules, quantities; as directed by a Project Engineer Prepare drawings and models in accordance with the company's BIM manual Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders, as directed by a Project Engineer Participate in site surveys and investigations, as required Co-ordinate with other BIM technicians/designers in the company Undertake a relevant apprenticeship qualification, as agreed Check drawings, including reinforced concrete schedules

Training:
The role is predominantly office based in Thatcham, Berkshire Occasional visits to clients' sites to support them Attendance at New College Swindon, 1 day/week Working towards a Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Training Outcome:
Opportunity to progress to a degree apprenticeship if successful, with potential to work towards Chartered Engineer status in the longer term.

Employer Description:
The firm was established in 1988 and has remained independent, being wholly owned by the directors. The Headquarters are in Thatcham, Berkshire and there is a regional office in Exeter. Over the past 35 years, SMA has carried out over 6,000 commissions throughout the UK, for both public and private sector clients. The assignments worked on range in size from small scale, one-off tasks, to large, multi-million pound projects.

Working Hours :
36.5 hours per week 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday 9am to 4.30pm Friday 1 hour per day for lunch

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative