Architectural Technician (Public Sector)

VANRATH; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Architectural Technician for a 6-12 months contract in Armagh. The role involves providing design and supervision services, managing building projects, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and at least 3 years of experience in the construction industry. Competitive salary of £29,777 per annum plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

Salary of £29,777

Discount benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as an Architectural Technician.
• Demonstrable experience in supporting Project Managers on construction projects.
• Access to a suitable vehicle for mobility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide Architectural design and supervision services.
• Carry out building and site surveys.
• Submit schemes and collaborate with statutory bodies.
• Supervise contracts on site and chair site meetings.

Skills

Experience in AutoCAD

Building design knowledge

Project management support

Familiarity with NI Building Regulations

Education

Higher National Certificate or HND in Architectural Technology

Foundation Degree in Architectural Technology

Job description

Overview

Architectural Technician (Public Sector) — VANRATH are assisting our client, a large Public Sector Organisation, in their search for an Architectural Technician for 6-12 months initially with a high likelihood of extension and permanent, based in Armagh.

Responsibilities

The Post Holder will provide Architectural design and supervision services, under the direction of the Locality Manager, Assistant Locality Manager, based on the RIBA Plan of Work, either individually or as a team member on construction minor works projects, in connection with the various MiCD Programmes.

• Carry out building and site surveys and update estates records as required.
• Develop the brief in consultation with authorised representatives of Client Departments.
• Conceptualise and design buildings, develop plans, prepare design drawings, coordinate and communicate the production drawings, tender documents, graphical information, reports, prepare schedules and specifications up to tender stage, using where appropriate computer aided technology systems.
• Submit schemes and collaborate with other statutory bodies including DENI, The Planning Service, Public Health and Building Control etc.
• Analyse building codes, technical booklets, nZEB regulations, by laws, space requirements, site requirements and other technical documents and reports.
• Co-ordinate and lead the input of Mechanical, Electrical and Structural Consulting Engineers throughout the design process.
• Supervise contracts on site, chair site meetings and record minutes for action as required.

Requirements

• Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Architectural Technology/Building Studies/Construction
• OR Foundation Degree in Architectural Technology
• OR Other course approved by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
• A minimum of 3 years' experience working as an Architectural Technician/Architectural Assistant within the construction industry.
• Demonstrable experience in the use of AutoCAD
• Demonstrable experience of regularly and directly supporting Project Managers/Architects in delivery of construction projects through RIBA Works Stages 0-7
• Experience of preparing Planning Applications, Building Control Applications, clearly demonstrating knowledge of NI Building Regulations and other statutory/regulatory application procedures including direct liaison with statutory/regulatory bodies, utility providers etc.
• Knowledge of design, construction management including contract management through RIBA Workstage 0-7 and maintenance of buildings
• Access to a suitable vehicle that will enable you to carry out the mobility requirements of the post

Remuneration — £29,777 per annum, plus discount benefits.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Armagh or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock in the strictest confidence.

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