Architectural Technician

Architectural Technician

A regional house builder have a requirement for an Architectural Technician to join their regional office in Lancashire.

Architectural Technician role

You will support the Design team with the execution of housing developments across the region providing accurate architectural and technical information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Amend / update AutoCAD and REVIT house type working drawings and all associated drawings, details and documents.
• Produce AutoCAD and REVIT house type working drawings and all associated drawings, details and documents.
• Checking external Consultants'' and Designers'' drawings, documents and reports.
• Liaison and collaboration with members of all other Departments within the Company.
• Preparation and collation of Building Regulations / NHBC / Premier Guarantee / ICW Applications.
• Clearance of Building Regulations and Warranty Provider conditions.
• Preparation and collation of Planning Applications, including applications for discharge of details reserved by planning conditions, NMA and s73 applications.
• Amend AutoCAD Planning Layouts and all associated drawings.
• Appointment of and liaison with external Consultants.
• Liaison with necessary Council Officers, Statutory Authorities and representatives from Warranty Providers and Building Control bodies.
• Liaison with Solicitors, preparation of legal drawings and documents, collation of legal site setup information. Liaison with contractors and sub-contractors.
• Compilation of tender packages. Assist in production of and checking of sales & marketing material.
• Manage budgets and payments. Site visits and liaison with on-site Construction and Sales team where necessary.

Skills & experience required

• Qualified to degree level or HNC/HND in a Construction / Architectural Technology subject with relevant experience, or working towards this status
• Previous housing sector experience in a technical / architectural function is desirable
• Experience of working with Revit & AutoCAD is essential
• Knowledge of building regulations and current NHBC standards
• Strong communication, listening, presentation skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to be able to express basic technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards
• Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to problem solve and delegate effectively

What''s on offer?

The company are offering a competitive salary and package including the option of a company car or car allowance, mileage expenses, healthcare, pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, annual discretionary bonus and opportunities for progression.

If you are interested in joining a regional house builder who have an excellent reputation for building quality homes, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece for a confidential chat, are apply via the link.