• CAD Technician

    Design & Digital Technology
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    Architect working on 3D building model using multiple computer monitors.
    Drafting Technician, Design Technician
    The CAD Technician creates accurate, detailed technical drawings and models that support the design, coordination, and delivery of construction projects.
    CAD Technicians are central to MMC by producing precise digital drawings and 2D/3D models that enable offsite manufacturing, standardisation, and digital integration. Their work underpins the development of components and assemblies used in platform-based and DfMA-led construction.
  • Digital & Technology
  • Technical Drawing Interpretation
  • Planning & Executing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Planning & Executing
  • Operational Excellence
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork
  • Planning & Executing
  • Craft Workers / Technician
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    Assembly Worker Site Assembly Operative
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    CAD Technician
    Architectural Technologist
    BIM Coordinator
    Manager Pathway
    CAD Technician
    Lead Design Architect
    Technical Director
    • NFQ Level 5, 6 or 7 in Construction, Built Environment, Civil Engineering, or a related subject.
    • Relevant apprenticeship (e.g. Digital Engineering Technician or Civil Engineering Technician).
    • Entry-level role suitable for those with prior exposure to technical drawing, construction, or engineering environments.
    • Work experience or placements with design consultancies, contractors, or manufacturers is valuable.
    • Drawing Standards (e.g. BS 8888, ISO 19650) – Ensuring consistent and compliant outputs.
    • Introduction to BIM Workflows – Understanding how CAD fits into broader digital processes.
    • Health & Safety in Design (CDM Awareness) – Embedding safe design principles into drawings.

  • Fire Technician

    Health, Safety, Quality & Compliance
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    Worker in hard hat installing or inspecting a ceiling smoke detector.
    Fire Protection Technician, Fire Safety Technician
    The Fire Technician ensures that buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained to meet fire safety standards, helping to prevent fire incidents and protect lives and property.
    Fire Technicians in MMC play a critical role in adapting fire safety solutions for modular and offsite construction. This includes assessing fire resistance of prefabricated components, reviewing fire strategies within digital design tools, and ensuring that fire-stopping, compartmentation, and evacuation measures are properly implemented both in the factory and onsite. They also help integrate fire safety into rapid-build techniques and new materials.
  • Risk Management
  • Building Standards
  • Material Knowledge & Performance
  • Design & Planning
  • Design & Planning
  • Inspection & Testing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Craft Workers / Technician
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    Assembly Worker Site Assembly Operative
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Fire Technician
    Quality Control Technician
    Fire Safety Compliance Specialist
    Manager Pathway
    Fire Technician
    Quality Manager
    Technical Director
    • Level 6+ qualifications in Fire Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related discipline.
    • Further study in Fire Safety Engineering or Fire Risk Management is advantageous.
    • Background in fire safety, building control, M&E (mechanical and electrical) installation, or construction inspection.
    • Experience with modular building systems or prefabrication is increasingly valuable.
    • Passive Fire Protection Training (e.g., ASFP Ireland or IFC Certification)
    • QQI Level 6 Fire Safety Awareness or Fire Warden Training
    • BCAR (Building Control Amendment Regulations) Compliance Training

  • Structural Engineer

    Design & Digital Technology
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    A construction worker wearing a high-visibility vest stands in front of steel structures.
    Civil Structural Engineer, Design Structural Engineer
    The structural Engineer designs and assesses the structural systems that ensure buildings and infrastructure are safe, stable, and efficient throughout their lifecycle.
    Structural Engineers play a critical role in MMC by designing systems that are optimised for offsite manufacture, modular assembly, and repeatable platform-based construction. They use digital tools to model performance, reduce material use, and integrate with other disciplines for seamless delivery.
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Digital & Technology
  • Operational Excellence
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Quality Assurance
  • Operational Excellence
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Skilled Professional
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    CAD Technician Digital Fabrication Technician
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Structural Engineer
    Digital Engineer
    R&D Engineer
    Manager Pathway
    Structural Engineer
    Lean Construction Manager
    Modular Assembly Lead
    • BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (accredited by Engineers Ireland or IStructE).
    • NFQ Level 7 or apprenticeship in Civil Engineering as an entry route.
    • Experience in construction sites, design offices, or structural detailing roles.
    • Internships or placements with engineering consultancies.
    • Structural Software Training – e.g. Tekla, Robot, Revit, SAP2000
    • Building Regulations & CDM 2015 Awareness
    • DfMA & MMC Design Awareness Courses

  • Technical Director

    Design & Digital Technology
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    Two people wearing hard hats are standing on a construction site, discussing a project.
    Engineering Director, Director of Technical Services
    The Technical Director provides strategic leadership, technical oversight, and innovation guidance across design, engineering, and delivery functions, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and future-ready solutions on all projects.
    The Technical Director plays a pivotal role in embedding MMC into business and project strategy—championing digital design, offsite manufacturing, sustainability, and integrated delivery. They oversee how emerging technologies and new processes, like DfMA and platform design, are applied across teams and supply chains.
  • Building Standards
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Operations Management
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Automation & Robotics
  • Design & Planning
  • Leadership
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Thought Leader
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    Lead Design Architect BIM Coordinator
    Manager Pathway
    Technical Director
    Director of Design and Innovation
    Operations Director
    • BEng, MEng, BArch, or equivalent in a relevant built environment discipline.
    • Postgraduate qualification in Business, Sustainability, or Digital Construction (desirable for senior leadership).
    • 15+ years in the built environment, including leadership of large or complex design/engineering projects.
    • Roles previously held may include: Associate Director, Head of Discipline, Technical Lead, or Innovation Lead.
    • Chartered Status (CEng, RIBA, MCIBSE, MIStructE, etc.) – Essential for credibility and authority.
    • Leadership & Board-Level Training – Strategic leadership, change management, or executive coaching.
    • MMC-Focused CPD (e.g. DfMA, platform systems) – Understanding emerging approaches to design and delivery.

  • AI and Machine Learning Engineer

    Design & Digital Technology
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    A person is sitting at a desk, working on AI coding for machine learning.
    AI Developer, ML Engineer
    The AI and Machine Learning Engineer develops intelligent systems that can learn from data and make predictions or decisions, helping organisations improve efficiency, automation, and innovation.
    AI and Machine Learning Engineers contribute to MMC by building predictive models for construction planning, optimising design and logistics using data-driven insights, and enhancing automation in both digital and physical processes—such as robotics, quality control, and asset management.
  • Digital & Technology
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Model Development & Evaluation
  • Software Development
  • Integration with Digital Twins
  • Automation & Robotics
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Skilled Professional
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    CAD Technician VR Technician
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    AI and Machine Learning Engineer
    Robotics Engineer
    Digital Engineer
    Manager Pathway
    AI and Machine Learning Engineer
    Modular Assembly Lead
    Director of Design and Innovation
    • Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.
    • Postgraduate degrees (MSc/PhD) in Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence are beneficial but not essential.
    • Roles in data science, software development, or analytics.
    • Experience in applying models to real-world datasets or building data pipelines.
    • Hands-on coding bootcamps in data science or AI.
    • Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
    • AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty
    • IBM Machine Learning Professional Certificate

  • Digital Fabrication Technician

    Design & Digital Technology
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    Two workers wearing high-visibility vests and hard hats are working with robotics.
    CNC Technician
    The digital fabrication technician operates and maintains digital manufacturing tools—such as CNC machines, 3D printers, and laser cutters—to turn digital designs into physical components for construction and prototyping.
    Digital Fabrication Technicians are at the heart of MMC, helping to realise offsite manufacturing, DfMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly), and platform-based construction. They bring digital models to life through precise, repeatable, and automated production methods that reduce waste and improve quality.
  • Operations Management
  • Digital & Technology
  • Material Knowledge & Performance
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Percision Engineering
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Operational Excellence
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Digital & Technology
  • Craft Workers / Technician
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    Site Assembly Operative Assembly Worker
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Digital Fabrication Technician
    Structural Engineer
    AI and Machine Learning Engineer
    Manager Pathway
    Digital Fabrication Technician
    Factory Floor Supervisor
    Lean Construction Manager
    • NFQ Level 5, 6 and 7 in Product Design, Manufacturing, or Architectural Technology.
    • Workshop or maker-space experience, especially with digital equipment.
    • Fabrication, carpentry, model-making, or manufacturing background.
    • CNC Operation & Programming (e.g. Fusion 360 CAM, Mastercam)
    • Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing Courses
    • Health & Safety in Workshops (e.g. COSHH, Manual Handling, PUWER)

  • Architectural Technologist

    Design & Digital Technology
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    A person is seated in an office working on architectural design using a touchscreen device.
    Building Technologist, Architectural Technician
    The Architectural technologist turns architectural concepts into buildable, efficient, and compliant designs by applying technical knowledge, digital tools, and construction expertise.
    Architectural Technologists play a key role in MMC by designing for manufacture and assembly, ensuring digital models support offsite fabrication, and coordinating performance-led designs that align with platform and modular approaches. They help bridge design creativity with construction practicality.
  • Attention to Detail
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Digital & Technology
  • Operational Excellence
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Skilled Professional
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    CAD Technician Digital Fabrication Technician
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Architectural Technologist
    Architect
    Manager Pathway
    Architectural Technologist
    Lead Design Architect
    Director of Design and Innovation
    • Apprenticeship (e.g. Architectural Assistant, Architectural Technician).
    • Foundation degree, HND/HNC in Architectural Technology, or Construction Design.
    • Degree in Architectural Technology (accredited by CIAT).
    • Work experience or placement with architectural practices, contractors, or design consultancies.
    • Practical exposure to site processes or technical drawing beneficial.
    • Revit or BIM Authoring Training – Key software used in most practices.
    • AutoCAD and 2D/3D Drawing Standards
    • Building Regulations & Fire Safety CPD
    • Sustainable Design Standards (e.g. Passivhaus, BREEAM)

  • Digital Engineer

    Design & Digital Technology
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    Two people wearing work clothes and yellow hard hats are standing next to a robot.
    Virtual Design Engineer, Digital Construction Engineer
    The Digital Engineer uses digital tools, data, and technologies to optimise the design, construction, and operation of built environment assets.
    Digital Engineers are essential to MMC, enabling platform-based construction, DfMA, and offsite production through the use of BIM, digital twins, simulations, and data integration. They drive digital workflows that improve accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability across the project lifecycle.
  • Design & Planning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Operational Excellence
  • Circular Economy Knowledge
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Automation & Robotics
  • Quality Assurance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Skilled Professional
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    VR Technician Digital Fabrication Technician
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Digital Engineer
    Structural Engineer
    R&D Engineer
    Manager Pathway
    Digital Engineer
    MMC Project Manager
    Modular Assembly Lead
    • Degree in Digital Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural Technology.
    • NFQ Level 6, 7 apprenticeship in Digital Engineering, Design Coordination, or BIM.
    • Prior roles in engineering, architecture, BIM, or site-based digital delivery.
    • Experience with design coordination, modelling, or digital construction processes.
    • Revit, Navisworks, and Solibri Training
    • BIM Level 2 and ISO 19650 Training
    • Clash Detection and Issue Management Tools (e.g. BIMcollab, BIM Track)

  • Health and Safety Officer

    Health, Safety, Quality & Compliance
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    Health & Safety Specialist
    The Health and Safety Officers makes sure everyone on a construction site goes home safe and healthy every day by managing and improving health and safety standards.
    Health and Safety Officer ensures that innovative building techniques such as offsite manufacturing, modular assembly, and digital technologies are used safely. They assess new risks, develop procedures, and train workers to work safely in both traditional and modern construction environments.
  • Quality Assurance
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Digital & Technology
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Digital & Technology
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Skilled Professional
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    Fire Technician Quality Control Technician
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Factory Floor Supervisor
    Manager Pathway
    Quality Manager
    Technical Director
    • Qualifications in subjects such as Design & Technology, Construction, or Engineering.
    • Site operative or supervisor roles with a focus on health and safety.
    • Experience working on MMC or traditional builds, understanding both environments.
    • NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
    • Asbestos Awareness (UKATA) Fire Safety Training
    • Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card