Architectural Technician

Designed Search; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local Architectural practice in Peterborough is seeking experienced Architectural Technicians/Technologists to join their expanding team. This role involves working primarily on residential schemes with a strong sustainability focus. Responsibilities include producing construction drawings, managing design approvals, and liaising with installation teams. The position offers great potential for long-term career progression and flexible working options. A relevant qualification in Architectural Technology and AutoCAD experience are required.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• High degree of knowledge in project inception, planning, and contract management.
• On-site experience is essential.
• Driving license and own transport are essential.

Responsibilities

• Understand client briefs and develop suitable design solutions.
• Produce accurate construction drawings compliant with UK standards.
• Manage the approval process for design details.

Skills

Proven industry experience working on live projects

Strong time management

Good communication skills

Knowledge of UK Building Regulations & Standards

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Education

Relevant qualification in Architectural Technology

Tools

AutoCAD (2D) 2011 onwards

SketchUp

Job description

A friendly medium sized local Architectural practice based in Peterborough, have exciting new opportunities for an experienced Architectural Technicians/Technologist to join their busy and expanding team! Working on mainly Residential schemes with a core sustainability focus in every project, this is a superb opportunity to join an expanding team at a key period of growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand client briefs and develop suitable design solutions in collaboration with team members.
• Produce accurate construction drawings compliant with current UK Building Regulations and Standards.
• Manage the approval process for design details.
• Create detailed works instructions, material specifications, and schedules of work.
• Maintain and manage drawing registers.
• Liaise with installation teams, sub-contractors, clients, and suppliers.

Ideally the right individual will have

• proven industry experience working on live projects
• Relevant qualification (in Architectural Technology).
• High degree of knowledge in project inception, planning, and contract management.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations & Standards.
• On-site experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD (2D) 2011 onwards; SketchUp knowledge is an advantage.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision on construction drawings and building regulation requirements.
• Strong time management, self-organisation, and administrative efficiency.
• Good communication skills and product knowledge.
• A positive attitude and good sense of humour.
• Driving license and own transport are essential.

You will be an integral part of the team and there are great opportunities for long term career progression with this firm.

My client offer flexible working hours and post probation, the successful candidate could have an opportunity for some hybrid working.

Please note my client are hiring on a permanent basis.

If you wish to discuss this further on a confidential basis before applying please get in touch on (phone number removed) or (url removed). Or please don't delay in sending through your CV and portfolio asap.

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