Junior Technician - Manchester

Hunter Dunning Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking architecture practice in Manchester as a Junior Technician! This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across various sectors, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional development. You'll assist in preparing technical drawings, coordinate with key stakeholders, and ensure compliance with UK regulations. Enjoy a supportive work environment with flexible hours, a hybrid working model, and numerous perks including generous holiday allowance and performance-based bonuses. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic team!

Benefits

31 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Bi-annual performance-based bonus

Critical illness and death in service insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Interest-free travel ticket loan

Regular social events

Paid volunteering days

Structured CPD programme

Access to personalised training platform

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years UK experience in practice.
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD (2D) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing technical drawing packages for tender and construction.
• Coordinate with consultants and sub-contractors to support project delivery.

Skills

Autodesk AutoCAD (2D)

UK Building Regulations

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Job description

Junior Technician Job in Manchester

A Junior Technician job is now available joining an award-winning, employee-owned architecture practice based in Manchester. This company has over 25 years' experience delivering successful projects across residential, industrial, workplace, and retail sectors.

This company is an AJ100 with their HQ in Manchester and has recently expanded into London. They are widely known for their collaborative and positive office culture, listed as one of the best places to work 2024 by the Sunday Times.

Role & Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing technical drawing packages for tender and construction
• Work across RIBA stages 4-6 with exposure to all project phases
• Coordinate with consultants and sub-contractors to support project delivery
• Prepare Building Regulations drawings and Building Control submissions
• Support with construction standard details, specifications, and schedules
• Participate in internal CPD, mentoring, and structured development programmes
• Ensure compliance with UK planning and building legislation, including CDM.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years UK experience in practice
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD (2D) is essential
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations
• Excellent attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.

What you get back

• 25,000 - 30,000
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Hybrid working and flexible hours (2 days WFH per week as standard)
• Bi-annual performance-based bonus
• Employee-owned business with clear career development pathways
• Critical illness and death in service insurance
• Cycle-to-work scheme and interest-free travel ticket loan
• Regular social events and paid volunteering days
• Dedicated EDI, wellbeing and social value committees
• Structured CPD programme and access to personalised training platform.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period.

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