Groundforce Shorco operates a fleet of rental equipment, largely comprising of structural support products, designed and arranged into configurations to provide temporary works solutions for our clients. The solutions can range in size from high frequency smaller schemes to bespoke large basement propping schemes. The business also develops new products and processes to remain competitive in the market.In this role, you will be part of the Major Projects Design Team, creating and developing temporary works solutions and preparing high quality design documentation that both assist and enhance the output across the entire department.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparing tender proposals, preliminary and construction stage designs in a timely manner, in accordance with approved codes of practice and legislation;Producing design drawings using Autodesk Revit;Following the Technical department procedures to ensure a smooth design process;Liaising and collaborating with customers, Hire Desk, Sales and Operation teams to ensure successful project delivery within time and budget constraints;Working closely with the other technical teams to assist with the workload as required;Providing support and guidance to other team members and developing systems/processes that maintain consistency throughout;Undertaking specific project work as required and being able to manage own workload and time effectively;Communicating effectively and contributing proactively in meetings and discussions;Leading on innovation and taking responsibility for developing best practices for new ways of working.The Ideal CandidateSolving problems is your passion; you like to create and produce accurate work and take a pride in what you do. You are a team player, keen to support other team members and to drive forward continuous improvements using your own ideas to improve the quality of drawing and design packages.Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the construction industry; the specifics of the job role is flexible and will depend upon experience and qualifications.Qualifications: BTEC/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or other relevant subject area OR Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering BEng, MEng, BSc, Msc etc. or equivalent.Experienced user of Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).Understanding or appreciation of structural analysis software (CADS A3D MAX, Tekla Tedds, Robot, SAP2000 etc.), Dynamo, Python etc. is desirable.Knowledge of Groundforce product range or experience with the use and/or configuration of similar proprietary products is desirable.Member of ICE or working towards professional qualification is desirable.What We Can Offer YouCompetitive salarySalary sacrifice pension25 days holiday, plus bank holidaysAdditional holiday purchase schemeFree Tool HireLife Assurance cover 3x salaryShare save schemeEye care vouchersRecommend a friend schemeLearning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where requiredCycle to work schemeLong service recognitionMy Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brandsDiscounts on HP productsEE mobile contract discount offersGym discountsHealth Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joiningA Little About UsGroundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for various industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Mr Cropper, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.Apply today and join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.
