Architectural Technologist

Croudace Homes Limited; Theale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned housebuilder in England is seeking a Design Technician to prepare detailed house designs and provide technical support. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, strong IT skills including AutoCAD, and knowledge of building regulations. The company offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

26 days holiday

Generous Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Well-being benefits

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced family-friendly leave options

Vehicle allowance

Retail discount platform

Qualifications

• Qualified up to at least HND level with a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
• Ability to produce detailed working drawings.
• Working towards or seeking to obtain CIAT accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue detailed house type designs for construction.
• Obtain regulatory approvals for the designs.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase.

Skills

IT skills

Creative problem solving

Organisational skills

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Experience with AutoCAD

Education

HND level qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities

Your primary responsibility will be to prepare and issue detailed house type designs for construction including co‑ordinating with consultants and manufacturers when required. You will also be tasked with obtaining regulatory approvals for the designs and you will frequently attend site during the construction phase to provide technical support. The role provides the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across many departments to collectively deliver exemplary housing schemes.

Qualifications

• Qualified up to at least HND level with a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
• Excellent IT skills including experience using design packages such as AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of current Building Regulations and NHBC requirements.
• Ability to produce detailed working drawings.
• Working towards or seeking to obtain CIAT accreditation.
• Creative problem solving and organisational skills and a willingness to learn.

About Croudace Homes

Croudace Homes is a family‑owned housebuilder with a proud heritage dating back to 1946. Operating across the Southeast of England from our regional offices in Caterham, Letchworth, and Theale, we’re committed to building high‑quality homes and careers. Our reputation is built on trust, attention to detail, and a passion for creating communities that stand the test of time.

At Croudace, we believe that a solid foundation starts with the right people. Fostering a culture of open communication, respect and continuous growth, we listen to our people, celebrate contributions at every level, and provide meaningful development opportunities. With a strong focus on well‑being and work‑life balance, we create an environment where our employees feel valued, motivated, and empowered to succeed – because when our people thrive, so does our business. We’re proud of our low staff turnover and long employee tenures, which reflect the positive experience of working at Croudace.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday, increasing with service, plus an additional day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Generous Pension Scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.
• Discretionary bonus to recognise your performance and contribution.
• Flexible working options, offering greater control over your hours and location.
• Well‑being benefits: discounted gym membership, a health cash plan (with cover for children), private Bupa healthcare (based on role & service length), mental health support via our EAP programme including access to counselling, bi‑annual health checks.
• Life assurance cover of up to 8× your annual salary.
• Up to three paid volunteer days each year to get involved in meaningful community projects.
• Training and development opportunities, including support for professional memberships and continued career progression.
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave options, recognising that starting or growing a family takes many forms.
• Vehicle allowance (role dependant) with free onsite parking and free electric car charging.
• Retail discount platform, free fruit in the office, monthly dress‑down Friday raising money for nominated charities, fund match for charity sponsorship and modern offices that facilitate collaborative working.