Cad Specialist

Job Introduction

Sodexo have an excellent opportunity for a Cad Specialist to join our busy team based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. 

The role is part of the core Asset management team responsible for creating and implementing space. As part of the CAD function this role will be responsible for managing our clients CAD processes and information, Updating the information to reflect changes to the estate, supporting the asset management team in relation to drawings and support moves, recruitment and change programs by creating Concept layout plans.

Our wealth of experience partnering Government Agencies means we are able to transfer best practices from the corporate sector to create better working environments in the public sector. We bring services that increase employee engagement, wellbeing and productivity to the public sector to help support government to deliver on its promised outcomes while reducing costs. Our goal is to improve service outcomes and reduce overall costs to the taxpayer.

Role Responsibility

• You will prepare drawings, diagrams, and documents using CAD software (AutoCAD). This includes developing CAD files from site visits, notes, sketches, fire plans, technical guides, occupancy information and pdf files.
• Attend site to meet with key stakeholders to obtain and develop project briefs
• Attend site to undertake building surveys to complete Concept drawings and/or to ensure drawings are an accurate representation of those buildings
• Develop project-level and portfolio-level solutions based on interpretation of the customer requirements – following collaboration with the customer through site visits, meetings, by email and over the phone. Prepare multiple options and recommendations.
• You will maintain accurate drawing information and registers for all of the client’s buildings.  The drawings will provide an accurate representation of structure, furniture, Space Type, Sub Space types, purpose and asset locations using both CAD and other relevant systems.
• You will ensure CAD files are properly maintained, updated stored in line with data protection for each project including as-built plans for completed construction projects
• Consider future systems for implementation to support, such as FOCUS, CAFM and CADM systems.
• Produce space analysis and feedback to enable refinement of space standards and design guidance.

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in CAD design OR an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Excellent knowledge of CAD software, quality assurance best practices and methodologies.
• Good working knowledge of automated Asset Management/CAFM/CADM systems
• Excellent communication oral & written skills
• Strong knowledge of architectural drafting standards, as well as blueprint and specification reading skills.
• Experience in Facility Management or construction industry.
• Strong Knowledge of project management
• Strong project management and excellent organisational skills with the ability to analyse multiple sets of data and drive decision making in a problem-solving atmosphere.
• Proven results and success in developing, planning, managing, and implementing workplace plans and space solutions within a dynamic corporate environment. Strong understanding of business and financial impacts to workplace options.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and general health and safety regulations.
• Excellent knowledge/experience of space planning, knowledge of and ability to apply associated legislation in the space planning field and a good understanding of building construction and fitting out.

Package Description

Competitive salary plus benefits 

We also offer Sodexo Discounts site promoting discounted mobile phone tariffs, savings across restaurant chains and days out, where you and your family can save money on everything from your weekly food shop to the latest cinema blockbuster and much more

This role is based in Northern Ireland - the hours of work are Monday to Friday, some flexible may be available 

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs around 30,000 people, and partners with clients in many sectors across business and industry; schools and universities; sports and leisure; energy and resources; government and agencies; healthcare; justice and defence.

Sodexo’s connected; people-centric approach brings together a diverse range of expertise. The breadth of services it offers ranges from food and hospitality; cleaning; reception; concierge (Circles); security; property management and technical services through to data driven workplace strategy and design (Wx); employee engagement and recognition services (Sodexo Engage) and personal home services through Prestige Nursing + Care and the Good Care Group.  

Vital Spaces is Sodexo’s value proposition that puts people at the heart of everything we do, bringing together services and solutions and focusing on the productivity and wellbeing of people wherever they are.

Sodexo is committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. 

We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to  support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process