Senior Architectural Technician (Planning)

Anderselite Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join their Planning Department. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced technician looking to advance their career. You'll collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to produce high-quality planning application packages and technical design support. Your responsibilities will include preparing necessary drawings, coordinating consultant information, and designing layouts for residential projects. This position not only allows for professional growth but also offers a supportive environment where your contributions will significantly impact project success.

Benefits

3% non-contributory pension

Annual bonus scheme

Paid overtime

Free on-site parking

Reimbursed disbursements

21 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Optional healthcare plan

Qualifications

• Strong experience in residential housing sector and UK planning processes.
• Proficient in AutoCAD with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings and documentation for planning applications.
• Design layouts for residential house types and develop planning layouts.

Skills

Residential housing sector experience

Knowledge of UK planning processes

Attention to detail

AutoCAD proficiency

Adobe Photoshop knowledge

Communication skills

IT literacy

Team-oriented

Education

ONC/HNC in construction-related discipline

Minimum 3 GCSEs at grade C or above

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

Anderselite is currently working with a leading consultancy in the residential sector to recruit a Senior Architectural Technician for their Planning Department. This role is ideal for an experienced technician seeking to take a step up in responsibility, with the potential to move into a project leadership position. You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to deliver high-quality planning application packages and technical design support.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare all necessary drawings and documentation for planning application submissions.
2. Co-ordinate and integrate consultant information.
3. Amend planning packs in line with feedback from authorities.
4. Design layouts for residential house types and flat blocks (floor plans, elevations).
5. Develop planning layouts, road infrastructure, and landscape plans.
6. Create street scenes and visual presentation materials (coloured plans, 3D views).
7. Draft Design & Access Statements, Planning Statements, and Supporting Documentation.
8. Discharge planning conditions through submission of relevant material.
9. Attend design team meetings both on-site and in client offices.

Additional Technical Duties:

1. Support the technical team with project deadlines.
2. Produce comprehensive working drawing packages (floor plans, sections, elevations, joist layouts, etc.).
3. Develop external works layouts (road layouts, boundaries, landscaping).
4. Review third-party consultant/supplier input and incorporate into technical drawings.

Requirements:

1. Strong experience in the residential housing sector.
2. Knowledge of UK planning processes, building regulations, and design guides.
3. Attention to detail and a good eye for layout and urban design.
4. Proficient in AutoCAD.
5. Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop & InDesign.
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
8. IT literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
9. Full UK driving licence and own transport.
10. Willingness to travel as required.

Qualifications:

1. ONC/HNC in a construction-related discipline.
2. Minimum 3 GCSEs at grade C or above (including Maths and English).

Desirable:

1. Hand sketching or sketch layout ability.
2. Experience with SketchUp and/or Revit.

Personal Attributes:

1. Methodical, organised, and efficient.
2. Reliable time management and communication.
3. Team-oriented with a professional, personable attitude.

Salary & Benefits:

1. Competitive salary based on experience.
2. 3% non-contributory pension (after 3 months).
3. Annual bonus scheme.
4. Paid overtime.
5. Free on-site parking and reimbursed disbursements.
6. 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
7. Optional healthcare plan (after 6 months).