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Vacancy details
- Reference Number
- VAC2000022046
- Closing Date
- Tuesday 14th April 2026
- Level
- Advanced (Level 3)
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Planned Start Date
- Tuesday 5th May 2026
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Salary
- £15,600 a year
- Apprenticeship Area
- Construction and the built environment
- Training Course
- Construction support technician (level 3)
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Construction support technician
Job description
The Apprentice CAD Technician will assist in ensuring designs are appropriate for the works, that suitable drawings are produced as required for each project, and that design information is effectively communicated to the Contracts team.
The following is what you will be trained to do during the 2 year apprenticeship.
Apprentices will have the opportunity to rotate departments to gain knowledge and experience of all areas within the business. This will include:
- Estimating
- CAD/Draughting & Technical
- Pre-Construction, Contracts & Operations
- Compliance & Document Management
- Financial/Accounts
The role is to support the design and technical team in producing accurate CAD drawings and technical documentation for projects. The role provides training and development in CAD design, technical coordination, and project support within the construction/design environment.
Key Objectives:
- Ensure the design of each project is appropriate to the works being undertaken
- Ensure suitable and accurate drawings are prepared and maintained throughout the lifecycle of each project
- Support the communication of design information and requirements to the Contracts team to facilitate project delivery
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Design & Technical Support:
- Assist with design activities across multiple projects under the supervision of senior design staff
- Produce accurate and clear CAD drawings for both client and internal use
- Assist in producing and updating drawings throughout the project lifecycle
- Support the preparation of as-built drawings for inclusion in Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals where required
- Source and utilise supplier technical information when preparing drawings
Coordination & Communication:
- Liaise with the Estimating and Contracts Departments to support the successful tendering and delivery of projects
- Assist with coordination between clients and the Contracts Department on design matters
- Attend design meetings when required to support the design team
- Liaise with suppliers regarding specifications, technical data and product information
- Request and follow up on information required from clients to enable the progression of drawings and designs
Materials & Procurement Support:
- Assist in preparing material take-off schedules for procurement purposes
- Check and verify the content of take-off schedules prepared by colleagues where required
- Send enquiries to suppliers based on take-off schedules
- Assist with placing orders for materials in line with project programme requirements
- Review colleague orders prior to issue where instructed
Project & Team Support:
- Assist the Contracts team with design details, programmes and technical queries
- Provide support with estimating and technical queries where required
- Support value engineering activities and provide technical input where appropriate
- Work proactively with colleagues and provide support to clients where required
- Work towards company targets, objectives and overall business vision
Skills & Attributes:
Essential:
- Interest in design, engineering, or construction
- Good IT skills and willingness to learn CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD)
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Willingness to learn and undertake training as part of an apprenticeship programme
Desirable:
- Basic knowledge of CAD software
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in maths, English and a technical subject
- Interest in construction or building services design
Vacancy information
Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.00pm. 1 hour unpaid lunch break.
37.5 hours per week
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- GCSE English & maths minimum 4 or C or Level 2 pass (Essential)
This role is designed as an apprenticeship position and will include structured training and practical on-the-job learning in:
- CAD
- Roofing & Cladding Technical details
- Commercial awareness
- Construction documentation and project coordination
- The apprentice will receive mentoring from the Draughtsman and gain exposure to the wider Commercial and Contracts teams
Successful completion of the apprenticeship and development within the role may lead to progression opportunities such as:
- Junior CAD / Draughtsperson
- CAD / Draughtsperson
There are also options to progress onto a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in one of the Construction In the Built Environment (CIBE) programmes.
However this is dependent on if the job role is suitable, the employer is happy to support and the candidate is willing to.
Employer information
At Cladceil Ltd we’ve been a leading East Midlands based Roofing and Cladding contractor in the cladding industry since 1986. With decades of experience, we specialise in providing innovative, high-quality cladding solutions for industrial, commercial retail and leisure projects. With extensive experience, we deliver high-quality, competitive solutions for all types of roofing and cladding projects. As approved contractors for major roofing systems in the UK, we ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, regardless of project size.
Our skilled team manages every aspect from survey to project completion, ensuring clear communication throughout. We specialise in both new builds and refurbishments. We hold numerous accreditations, including CHAS, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, Constructionline Gold & SMAS. We are Members of NFRC & The Supply Chain Sustainability School.
Vacancy location
Address Details:
CLADCEIL LTD
MANNERS AVENUE
MANNERS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
ILKESTON
DE7 8EF
