Digital Design Specialist (Civil)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Digital Design Specialist in Glasgow. This role entails working on Civil/Architectural projects, focusing on modeling and documentation while collaborating with Architects and Engineers. Candidates should have a technical degree and substantial experience with 3D design software. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative digital delivery methods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related industry experience.
• Proficient with 3D design software.
• Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

Responsibilities

• Model BIM elements accurately using current 3D software.
• Prepare detailed drawings and layouts using Revit.
• Maintain the discipline model including project information.

Skills

3D design software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

3D Coordination tools

Education

Technical degree

Tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

Digital Design Specialist (Civil) at HDR. This role focuses on modeling and documentation within Civil/Architectural projects, contributing to digital delivery and BIM processes under supervision from Architects/Engineers and other technical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Work for a specific discipline, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Assist in the development of the discipline model, with direct input from the Digital Design, Architectural, or Engineering staff
• Assist with the creation of the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline
• Accurately model BIM elements within the constraints of the modeling environment using current 3D software
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams of the design using Revit
• Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
• Produce discipline-specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience
• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency with Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Experience with 3D Coordination tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits
• Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: United Kingdom-Scotland-Glasgow

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Digital

Job Posting

Sep 16, 2025

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We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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