Job Description

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Bison Design Team team in the position of Draughtsperson.



This position is to provide details, designs and schedules for our range of precast concrete products and related ancillaries.



Drafters will be trained to specialise in one of the following disciplines.

Discipline # 1 :

Commercial Flooring (Hollowcore), Stairs and Landings

Discipline # 2 :

Housebuilding Services (Jetfloor, Jetslab, Beam and Block)



Additional training may also be provided in other disciplines of the technical services design office as deemed necessary by the business.



Focusing on high levels of customer service the role will gather and correctly interpret our clients' requirements to achieve the timely issue of designs and schedules ensuring programme requirements are met

Your duties would include but not limited to the following:

1. DESIGNS - Production of accurate and cost effective designs of Precast elements using our "in house" design packages.



2. DETAILING - Timely and accurate production of drawings using our CAD design packages.



3. SCHEDULING - Timely and accurate issuing of schedules to ensure internal and external programme requirements are met.



4. LIAISON - Have a strong telephone manner to contact & discuss with external parties to establish design requirements, resolve technical queries. With internal works managers and supervisors regarding non-standard details.



5. PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Communicate with all parties to ensure drawings issued, approved and scheduled to meet project schedule. Ensure all communication recorded and stored in relevant locations.



6. CONTRACT VARIATIONS - Identification, evaluation and agreement of project variations.



7. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT - Contribute to improvements in business processes and procedures.



8. DEVELOPMENT - Assist in the development of systems within the Drawing Office. Job Details Purpose of Position Key Accountabilities



9. INFORMATION - Record relevant KPI's to enable individual and team performances to be collated.



10. COMMUNICATION - Effective, regular communication with the Estimating, Sales, Contracting and Order processing functions. Ensure detailed information on designs are communicated to the wider business.

About You:

CAD draughting skills Working knowledge of the building industry Ability to "self-manage" own projects Good verbal and written communication skills Grade C, GCSE or equivalent- Mathematics, English Experience of Word, Excel and other Microsoft Software. Excellent organisational skills with strong time management Confident and outgoing personality Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines Effective communication skills, both verbal and written Confident & outgoing personality Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and MS teams

Desirable skills:

'A' Level - Mathematics, English, Science

What We Can Offer You:

Competitive Salary and Benefits package Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution Generous holiday allowance Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members Employee Referral Scheme Service Awards Sharesave Scheme eligibility Holiday Exchange Scheme Financial Wellbeing Program

Personal development and opportunities



We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.



Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.



Forterra's purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.



We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries' safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.