Senior Architectural Technician

Keepmoat Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join their dynamic technical team in Leeds. This role involves overseeing the technical department's daily operations and ensuring alignment with strategic business targets. The ideal candidate will coordinate design information, ensuring timely approvals and high-quality outputs. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and problem-solving, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community-focused housing projects while working in a supportive environment that values creativity and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Annual bonus scheme

Exclusive staff offers

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a technical, new-build environment.
• Proficient in relevant design software and advanced IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design information between consultants and departments.
• Ensure timely approvals and high-quality information issuance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Engineering qualification or degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Keepmoat Homes is a fast-growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live.

Our investment and participation help transform communities and improve the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise across all aspects of housing – from finance, design, and planning to development and construction. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities provide a broader perspective across the entire housing lifecycle, enabling us to create lower-risk ways of building homes that meet community needs.

For over 90 years, our work has been visibly integrated into local communities, reflecting our commitment to community involvement. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work closely with communities to ensure our plans align with their needs.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join our technical team in the Yorkshire West region, based in Leeds.

Reporting to the Technical Director, the successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations of the technical department, ensuring alignment with the company's 5-year strategic plan and business targets.

The primary responsibility of this role is to coordinate all design information between external consultants and internal departments, ensuring timely approvals and the issuance of high-quality, accurate information to other teams.

The duties span from site feasibility through development to project completion and handover to authorities or discharge of obligations. The successful candidate will also contribute to meeting delivery targets, producing timely reports, and verifying the accuracy, adequacy, and commercial suitability of departmental information.

They will compile design information for procurement, tendering, construction issues, and live site support, participating in development team meetings alongside other departments.

HS&S Responsibilities

To prioritize your own health and safety and that of others affected by your work, adhering to Keepmoat's Health, Safety, and Sustainability standards.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

We seek an experienced Senior Technician embodying Keepmoat values: a straightforward, professional attitude, organization, and resilience under pressure.

The candidate should approach problem-solving creatively, possess excellent communication and influencing skills, and be passionate about housebuilding with at least 2 years’ experience in a technical, new-build environment. They should be collaborative, supporting operational units and building strong relationships with customers. Proficiency in relevant design software like AutoCAD and advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Office, are essential.

An Engineering qualification, degree, or equivalent accredited by the Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is required.

If interested, please apply now. For more information, including a full job description and person specification, contact [e-mail].

Why Work for Us?

At Keepmoat Homes, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As a market leader, we aim to attract, motivate, and retain top talent to deliver excellent service to our customers.

• Competitive pay rates, regularly reviewed against industry standards.
• Annual bonus scheme linked to team and company performance.
• Exclusive staff offers on holidays, health club memberships, and days out.
• Encouragement of idea generation and job satisfaction.
• Genuine career development opportunities.

Our Values

Our values underpin our vision, shape our culture, and measure our success.

• Straightforward - Efficient, honest, respectful, and transparent in our work.
• Collaborative - Working in partnership to deliver the best customer experience.
• Passionate - Caring deeply about our work and delivering results with pride and energy.
• Creative - Proactive, flexible, resourceful, and customer-focused, tailoring solutions to meet needs.

Application Process

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