Draughtsperson – Heavy Civils & Earthworks (Contract)
Major Infrastructure Project | Bridgwater Area
If you’re the kind of Draughtsperson who takes pride in getting drawings right first time — not just pushing lines around a screen — this is one worth your attention. We’re looking for an experienced Contract Draughtsperson / CAD Technician to support delivery on a major heavy civil engineering scheme near Bridgwater.
This is a long-term project running through to 2027/28, offering genuine continuity and the chance to be embedded within a high-performing site team.
The Project
This is a large, multi-phase infrastructure scheme delivering complex civils works, including:
Sheet piling
Major earthworks
River realignments
Bridges and viaducts It’s a technically demanding environment with multiple work fronts — ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the action and producing accurate, buildable information.
The Role
You’ll play a key role supporting engineering and delivery teams by producing, updating and maintaining accurate drawings across the project.
This isn’t a back-office role — you’ll be working closely with engineers and site teams to ensure drawings reflect what’s actually happening on site.
Key Responsibilities
Producing and updating construction drawings and as-builts
Interpreting and implementing engineer mark-ups and redlines
Supporting engineers with temporary and permanent works detailing
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date drawing registers
Ensuring all drawings reflect latest revisions and site changes
Working closely with site engineers to capture as-built information
Assisting with quality assurance and documentation control
Supporting coordination across multiple work sections About You
We’re looking for a Draughtsperson who understands civils — not just CAD.
You’ll likely have experience working on large infrastructure or heavy civils projects and be confident operating in a fast-paced, site-led environment.
You’ll bring:
Within one hour drive of Bridgwater
Proven experience as a CAD Technician / Draughtsperson within civil engineering
Strong experience with AutoCAD (essential)
Experience working on earthworks, piling, RC or infrastructure schemes
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and redlines accurately
Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality drawings
Comfortable liaising with engineers and site teams
Ability to manage multiple drawing packages and deadlines Desirable:
Experience with Civil 3D or BIM environments
Previous experience producing as-built drawings on live projects Rate & Package
£350 – £400 per day (PAYE rate plus Holiday Pay)
Long-term freelance role with excellent continuity
Opportunity to work on a high-profile, technically interesting project The Bottom Line
If you’re a Draughtsperson who wants to be part of a major civils scheme, not just sat detached from it — this is a proper role where your work directly impacts delivery