Senior Architectural Technician

Fawkes and Reece; Warrington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading house builder is seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join their Design & Technical team in the North West. Responsibilities include developing construction packages and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree or HNC/HND and experience in housebuilding. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car or allowance, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Annual bonus schemes

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level or HNC/HND in a Construction / Architectural Technology subject with relevant experience.
• Experience of working as an Architectural Technician within the housebuilding sector managing multiple developments.
• Knowledge of building regulations and current NHBC standards.

Responsibilities

• Development & maintenance of divisional details and specifications.
• Production of working pack drawings.
• Preparation of construction packages, details and specifications.

Skills

Technical communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work under deadlines

Creative flair

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Education

Degree level or HNC/HND in Construction/Architectural Technology

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Reference: VAC-354718_1761823961
Posted: October 30, 2025

A leading house builder have an opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join their Design & Technical team based in the North West.

Reporting to the Design Manager you will be responsible for:

• Development & maintenance of divisional details and specifications
• Production of working pack drawings
• Preparation of construction packages, details and specifications.
• Working alongside external consultants and suppliers to complete a full tender package for the commercial, construction, sales and marketing team to work with
• Liaise with the NHBC Building Control department.
• Support the upkeep of the standard house type range, specifications and details as well as suggesting improvements for future packages and providing technical assistance to the team
• Working alongside external consultants and suppliers to ensure complete design solution delivered in line with company standards
• Support the upkeep of our Drawing Management system
• Support site teams and colleagues with information requests
• Attend site-based meetings as and when required.
• Keep up to date with CDM and CPD responsibilities specific to the role.
• Maintain up to date with legislation and regulations as well as have an understanding of future regulations that are coming into effect within the industry.
• Support, mentor and manage Trainee and Graduate Technicians

Experience, Qualifications and Skills

• Qualified to degree level or HNC/HND in a Construction / Architectural Technology subject with relevant experience
• Experience of working as an Architectural Technician within the housebuilding sector managing multiple developments
• Ability to be able to express technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• Experience of working with Autodesk Revit & AutoCAD is desirable
• Knowledge of building regulations and current NHBC standards
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Works effectively to deadlines and competently works on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrate a creative flair and innovative approach to development layouts.
• Committed to diversity and inclusion

What's on offer?

The company are offering a competitive salary (dependant on experience), company car or car allowance, annual bonus schemes, 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, opportunities for training/development and career progression.

If you are ready for your next challenge and would like to apply, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece for a confidential chat or apply via the link