Associate

Knightwood Associates Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Knightwood Associates Limited is seeking an Architectural Technician/Technologist to join our well-established practice focused on residential developments. You will contribute to projects from concept through construction, delivering precise technical drawings and building close client relationships.

Ideal candidates will have strong drafting skills, knowledge of UK Building Regulations, and comfort working in a client-facing role while coordinating with consultants and in-house teams to

Qualifications

• Strong technical drawing ability with excellent knowledge of current UK Building Regulations and residential construction.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (Revit experience would be advantageous).
• Comfortable in a client-facing environment with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality technical drawings and construction information for residential developments.
• Work closely with leading housebuilder clients throughout the design and delivery process.
• Attend client meetings and provide a professional, solutions-focused service.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure projects are delivered efficiently.
• Manage multiple projects whilst maintaining excellent attention to detail.

Skills

Technical drawing

Client interaction

Organised / multitask

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit (advantage)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established architectural practice specialising exclusively in the residential development sector. Working with many of the UK's leading housebuilders, this is an opportunity to become part of a highly respected team delivering high-quality residential schemes from concept through to construction.
This role would suit an Architectural Technician or Architectural Technologist who enjoys a varied position, combining technical drawing responsibilities with regular client interaction. You will be confident producing accurate technical information while also building strong relationships with clients and attending meetings as required.

The Role

• Produce high-quality technical drawings and construction information for residential developments.
• Work closely with leading housebuilder clients throughout the design and delivery process.
• Attend client meetings and provide a professional, solutions-focused service.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure projects are delivered efficiently.
• Manage multiple projects whilst maintaining excellent attention to detail.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working either:
  • within an architectural practice specialising exclusively in residential housebuilding, or
  • in an in-house drawing/technical department for a UK residential developer.
• Strong technical drawing ability with excellent knowledge of current UK Building Regulations and residential construction.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (Revit experience would be advantageous).
• Comfortable in a client-facing environment with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a collaborative and forward-thinking business that offers a long-term career, exposure to prestigious residential projects and genuine opportunities for professional development.