Galliford Try
UK-based construction group delivering building, infrastructure and specialist services across public and private sectors.
Apprentice CAD Technician 2026 - Scotland
Apprentice CAD Technician training with BIM, surveying, and construction support.
Job Highlights
About the Role
A typical day will involve creating a safe working environment on assigned projects, supporting BIM technical requirements, responding to client specifications, developing the outline BEP into a Master Information Delivery Plan and leading project BIM workshops. • Conduct surveying using in‑house FARO scanner. • Assist with asset layout during early design development. • Engage the supply chain to develop engineering solutions. • Read P&IDs and integrate them into coordinated models. • Perform risk assessments to support design decisions. • Support the engineering team with TQ (Technical Query) assessments.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸faro surveying
- ▸asset layout
- ▸p&id integration
- ▸risk assessment
- ▸technical queries
- ▸bim management
What You Bring
Apprentice CAD Technician 2026 – Grangemouth, Scotland. Join the UK’s top‑rated construction and civil engineering apprenticeship programme, recognised as the No.1 choice for apprentices by TheJobCrowd and winner of the Environmental and Ethical Awareness category. The role is set for a Summer 2026 start, with the possibility of an earlier start date. During the 18‑month programme you will complete a nationally recognised qualification relevant to the CAD Technician role and graduate at the end of the period. The apprenticeship requires working on‑site at the advertised location, with potential travel to other projects and occasional stays away from home. We welcome applicants who are passionate about construction, eager to learn, and possess good communication skills. No prior experience is required, but candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restriction and meet the minimum entry requirements for the apprenticeship. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed during recruitment. • Understand design impact on lifting and ALM. • Apply knowledge of pipe fittings, materials and fabrication processes. • Consider constructability and installation techniques.
Requirements
- ▸cad technician
- ▸pipe fittings
- ▸constructability
- ▸communication
- ▸uk eligibility
- ▸apprenticeship
Benefits
Our award‑winning Trainee Development Programme provides hands‑on experience, technical skill development and fully funded academic qualifications. Apprenticeships are available from Level 3 to degree level, fully funded by Galliford Try and tailored to your current education level and entry requirements. Galliford Try is a leading construction company dedicated to improving the UK’s built environment and communities. We promote an inclusive culture, health, safety and wellbeing through our ‘Be Well’ programme, which includes gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics. We offer a competitive apprentice salary, a permanent contract after completion, 28 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) with a purchase scheme, private medical insurance, two paid volunteering days, agile working, a Save As You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, pension, Cycle‑to‑Work scheme and discounts on favourite brands and holidays. • Competitive apprentice salary with a permanent contract after graduation. • 28 days holiday plus purchase scheme and two paid volunteering days. • Private medical insurance and comprehensive wellbeing programme. • Agile working, Save As You Earn share scheme, and Cycle‑to‑Work discounts. • Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced maternity/paternity leave and pension.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time
Interview Process
-apply for the role -initial screening stage -interview with the local team