Senior Architectural Technician

Royal Institute of British Architects; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking architectural practice seeking a Senior Architectural Technician. This role involves leading residential development projects, from large-scale housing to bespoke homes. With a supportive and collaborative team environment, you will utilize your expertise in project management and technical drawing production. The firm values employee input and offers a secure workload, making it a perfect fit for those passionate about residential architecture. If you have a minimum of 4 years of experience and are ready to contribute to innovative projects, this position is for you!

Benefits

Salary up to £45,000

International team trips

Flexible working hours

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in practice experience required.
• Confident in running projects with residential focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the running of residential development projects.
• Produce technical drawing packages and ensure compliance.

Skills

Project Management

AutoCAD

Revit

Knowledge of UK Regulations

Residential Architecture

Developer Led Project Experience

Education

Degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Architectural Technician Job in Sevenoaks, Kent

Our client is an employee-owned architectural practice that now has a Senior Architectural Technician job available. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on residential development projects. The role will involve contributing to a variety of residential schemes, from large-scale housing developments to bespoke, high-end homes. They are looking for someone with proven job-running experience. This is a fantastic chance to bring your expertise in residential architecture to a forward-thinking, employee-driven company.

This employee-owned, multidisciplinary practice, with two offices and over 20 staff, offers architecture, building surveying, and project management services. With a strong project pipeline, including residential developments and healthcare schemes, they are seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join their residential team.

This role offers the chance to lead projects, progress within the business, and enjoy a secure workload in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Take a lead role in the running of projects
• Projects would focus on residential developments on behalf of housing developers
• Work on the production of technical drawing packages
• Budget estimates. Specify materials and products, write work descriptions, and prepare preliminary documents
• Design presentation materials like boards and layouts
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, NHBC guidelines, and other relevant laws
• Assess risks and create Health and Safety Plans according to regulations
• Inspect construction sites to ensure compliance with drawings and issue instructions as needed
• Organize drawings properly and back up computer files monthly
• Measure existing buildings on-site as required for projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Possess a minimum of 4 years in practice experience
• Confident in the running of projects
• Skilled in the use of Auto-CAD
• Revit knowledge is advantageous
• Current knowledge of UK regulations
• Experience in UK based residential is essential
• Developer led project experience is highly desirable.

What you get back

• Salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience
• International team trips
• Flexible working around core hours 10.00- 4.00pm
• Onsite Parking available.

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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