Residential Architectural Technician - Shape High-Profile Homes

Construction & Property Recruitment; East Calder; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction & Property Recruitment represents a respected regional housebuilder in central Scotland seeking an experienced Architectural Technician. The role supports planning and Building Warrant approvals, coordinating internal teams with external consultants to ensure timely project delivery.

You will manage Building Warrant submissions, drive value engineering, and coordinate house-type drawings while maintaining regulatory compliance across projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in new-build housing and flatted developments across Private/Residential and Social Housing.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit; strong IT literacy with Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of Scottish Regulations, NHBC guidance and robust drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams, chair design meetings with external consultants, and deliver projects to the program.
• Take control of Building Warrant submissions and liaise with planning and RCC authorities.
• Drive value engineering and reduce abortive design costs through early consultant and sub-contractor input.
• Provide site and technical support; resolve construction issues and lead pre-start meetings.
• Coordinate consultants for house-type drawings, check schedules, and prepare technical details.
• Assist with development of Standard House Type Range and manage design standards.
• Support department administration and assist with sales brochure material and handovers.

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Project Vault

Job description

Construction & Property Recruitment represents a respected regional housebuilder in central Scotland seeking an experienced Architectural Technician. The role supports planning and Building Warrant approvals, coordinating internal teams with external consultants to ensure timely project delivery.

You will manage Building Warrant submissions, drive value engineering, and coordinate house-type drawings while maintaining regulatory compliance across projects.