CAD Manager
Posted 5 Oct 2026
Advertised as “CAD Manager, Tunnels”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyCivil Engineering, Engineering, Structural Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Responsibilities
Main Activities and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)
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Lead, manage, and mentor a small to medium-sized CAD/BIM team (typically 5-20 staff).
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Plan, allocate, and monitor drafting and modelling resources across multiple projects.
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Develop, implement, and maintain CAD and BIM standards, procedures, and quality assurance processes.
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Provide technical leadership in the production of engineering drawings, BIM models, and digital deliverables.
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Support the delivery of complex underground infrastructure projects, particularly mined tunnels and associated underground structures.
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Coordinate with engineers, project managers, design managers, and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
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Review and approve CAD and BIM deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements and company standards.
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Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and increased efficiency within the digital delivery team.
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Manage software deployment, training, and technical support related to AutoCAD, Revit, and associated engineering design platforms.
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Support recruitment, performance development, and professional growth of team members.
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Foster a collaborative and positive team culture while maintaining high technical standards
Others (desirable)
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International project experience working with global engineering or construction teams.
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Experience with major tunnel, rail, metro, highway, or underground infrastructure projects.
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Knowledge of BIM execution planning, common data environments (CDE), and digital engineering frameworks.
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Experience with Civil 3D, Navisworks, ProjectWise, Bentley applications, or similar digital delivery platforms.
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Professional engineering registration or membership of a recognised professional institution.
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Experience working within international design standards and multi-office project environments.
Qualifications
Qualifications (Minimum and desirable)
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Graduate of any technical course or at least three (3) years in BS Engineering or BS Architecture course
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Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related technical discipline. (preferred)