Architectural Technician

The Construction Index Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in Chelsea is seeking an Architectural Technician for a contract role on a high-end residential project. The position requires producing technical drawings, site inspections, and a strong background in residential design. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of UK experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and excellent knowledge of planning regulations. Competitive pay of £20 - £25 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years UK experience in residential projects.
• Excellent knowledge of planning and building consents in the UK.
• Ability to produce high-quality technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support growing workload in the super prime residential sector.
• Produce technical drawing packages and construction details.
• Conduct site inspections and condition surveys.

Skills

Residential experience

UK planning and building consents

Design eye and detailing

Technical knowledge

AutoCAD proficiency

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

Architectural Technician Job in Chelsea, London. Contract, immediate start. This position is likely to last until December 2025 and involves working on a large-scale high-end residential London-based project. The architectural practice is based in Chelsea and pays £20 - £25 per hour.

Role type: Contract | Region: UK - London | Town/City: Chelsea, London

Responsibilities

• Be brought into the practice on a contract basis to support a growing workload in the super prime residential sector. The successful candidate will work as part of the technical team and will be required to produce high-quality technical drawing packages and construction details for a large-scale high-end property in London.
• Prepare and write specifications using NBS Chorus.
• Assist with site inspections by conducting condition surveys, site progress assessments and analysis of build work and defects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Residential experience is essential, and experience within the high-end residential sector is a bonus.
• Excellent knowledge of UK planning and building consents.
• Minimum of 3 years UK experience.
• Strong design eye and detailing, with solid technical knowledge.
• Confidence in technical design and construction stages.
• Technically strong with a keen eye for detail.
• NBS experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to carry out detailing and construction information for residential projects.
• High proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit is a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to sketch by hand and in 3D and 2D.
• Confidence in hitting the ground running.
• Ideally able to start ASAP or within a couple of weeks’ notice.

What You Get Back

• £20 - £25 per hour
• Office hours are 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Apply

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