Senior Architectural Technician

IDP Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking design practice as an Architectural Technician, where your expertise in residential projects will shine. This role offers the chance to work closely with a talented team, focusing on high-quality architectural drawings and technical detailing. You will lead projects, ensuring compliance with UK building regulations while mentoring junior staff. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and a positive work environment, this opportunity promises professional growth and the satisfaction of contributing to meaningful regeneration projects. If you're passionate about architecture and looking for a supportive team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Life Assurance & Pension Scheme

On-site parking

Volunteering days

Social events & networking

Qualifications

• 5+ years post qualification experience in a similar role.
• Experience leading construction projects for medium to large developers.

Responsibilities

• Run projects, manage building regulation drawings, and liaise with the site.
• Produce high-quality drawings and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Architype

AutoCAD

REVIT

UK Building Regulations

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

HNC / ONC or equivalent architectural qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

IDP is an award-winning multi-disciplinary design practice based in the midlands. We have a strong reputation for the successful delivery of regeneration and masterplan projects in line with our ethos: placemaking for life.

Why work with us?

We pride ourselves on being a friendly, collaborative practice with an open working environment. We place emphasis on providing and fostering a positive environment for the development of our staff.

About the role

IDP has an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced Architectural Technician with a strong housing background to join our residential team, working closely with and alongside designers and other technicians in our Central office on a permanent basis.

For this role, you’ll be running projects, taking care of building regulation drawings, specification packages, construction drawings, detailing, and liaising with the site. Residential experience is key and Architype is ideal.

You will be expected to come in and hit the ground running, integrating with other members of the design and technical team to produce high-quality drawings, as well as mentor and develop junior members of the project teams. Technical detailing is key in this role and excellent Architype/AutoCAD abilities are essential.

Applicants must have relevant UK project experience working within a similar role, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements

Essential Requirements include:

1. HNC / ONC or equivalent architectural qualification
2. A minimum of 5 years post qualification experience
3. Experience leading construction projects for medium to large private developers
4. Ability to work autonomously
5. Skilled in communicating with Clients/Contractors
6. REVIT and AutoCAD proficient
7. Ability to work as part of a team
8. In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regs / UK construction methodology
9. Demonstrate high level of detailing knowledge
10. Attention to detail
11. Excellent written and communication skills

Company benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Life Assurance & Pension Scheme
• On-site parking
• Volunteering days
• Social events & networking

To apply for this job, simply email us using the link below.