CAD Manager - Civil Specialist Services
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3120 (72% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and WSP GROUP LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3114 (Building and civil engineering technicians) or SOC 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3120 CAD, drawing and architectural technicians Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
3114 Building and civil engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Also possible | £36,300 | £41,500 | £46,700 | £51,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
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A little more about your role…
The WSP Civil Services team is seeking a CAD Manager to be part of this established and experienced team working on exciting large-scale, national and international projects. Due to recent successes, the team is growing and offers excellent opportunities for the right candidate seeking new and exciting opportunities.
You will form part of an existing team to deliver airfield, maritime and pavement design and maintenance projects for a number of clients both in the UK and overseas.
The successful candidate will work closely with the wider engineering team to develop and deliver projects through various stages of design from feasibility / option studies to detailed design and onto construction. You will be responsible for leading our CAD Technicians in the production of quality engineering drawings as well as 2D and 3D CAD models, quality checking our output to ensure the team maintains a consistent and high standard for deliverables throughout the entire project lifecycle as well as mentor team members and be the source of information on this topic for the Engineering Managers.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
- Extensive industry experience of working on civil design projects, ideally in the airports, highway/pavement, or maritime sectors;
- Experience in 2D modelling, design coordination and delivery using a range of Autodesk software packages (specifically, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Navisworks, and ideally Civils 3D) on civils and aviation projects;
- Strong ability in engineering drawing preparation and construction detailing;
- Ability to challenge and contribute to engineering detailing;
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be knowledgeable and experienced in Autodesk AutoCAD other Autodesk packages including 3D modelling of civil infrastructure projects and ideally have previous experience in either Airport, Highway/Pavement or Maritime sectors.
Essential Requirements
- Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD CAD software;
- Proficient in the production of high-quality Engineering Drawings;
- Good experience and working knowledge of Civil 3D modelling software;
- Experience in the use of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
- Previous experience in either Airport, Highway/Pavement or Maritime sectors; Detail-oriented and highly organised;
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to technical and non-technical audience;
Desirable Requirements:
- Detailed working knowledge of Civil 3D modelling software, including development of Civils 3D templates, and styles management.
- Experience in the use of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and in defining and managing workflows;
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This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with WSP GROUP LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
CAD, drawing and architectural technicians (SOC 3120) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~46k in sample- Middle half £28,756–41,964
- Median £34,632
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. WSP GROUP LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3120 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.