McLennan Architecture and Interiors
We are currently recruiting an Architectural Technician/Technologist within our McLennan Architecture and Interiors business in Warrington or Glasgow. At McLennan Architecture and Interiors, we have a growing team of creative designers who have developed a reputation for our energetic approach in providing clients with a tailored design service to meet their individual project needs, providing a value for money service, while delivering high quality design and functionality to deliver successful buildings and spaces. We look to enhance the working and living environments of our clients through our innovative and collaborative approach to each design project.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be engaged in all design stages within the company's scope of service. The role involves supporting all design stages, collaborating with the Architectural Director and wider team to design, detail, specify, and deliver new-build and refurbishment projects across sectors (including retail banking, commercial, residential, industrial, and leisure). The candidate will provide technical support from concept through detailed design, assist delivery teams during site/construction phases, and apply best practice in sustainability and health & safety by identifying and mitigating design risks throughout the process.
Core responsibilities include:
* Assist in all stages of design from concept to detailed design.
* Collaborate with Architectural Director and team to deliver new-build and refurbishment projects.
* Assist delivery teams during site/construction phases.
* Apply sustainability and health & safety best practice to mitigate design risks.
* Conduct on-site visits and site observations and provide recommendations to ensure alignment with design specifications.
* Design and/or select furniture, materials, décor and finishes within project budgetary constraints.
* Produce sketches, detail drawings, detailed specifications and general arrangement floor plans throughout the RIBA work stages using CAD.
* Research specifications, materials and finishes to support the design team on technical issues.
* Coordinate completion of staged tasks through to final project completion.
Qualifications & Skills
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
* Degree Qualification in Architectural Technology or equivalent.
* Strong working knowledge of UK Planning and Building Regulations; knowledge of English Planning Legislation and Building Standards, and working knowledge of Scottish Building Standards.
* Excellent technical/detailed design skills, including construction detailing.
* Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and Enscape (preferred); AutoCAD expertise required and working knowledge of Sketch-Up Pro/BIM/Revit desirable; BIM and Revit training will be provided.
* Strong leadership and team management skills, decisive problem‑solving ability and excellent time‑management skills.
* Excellent graphic, written and verbal communication skills; ability to express design and specifications graphically, in writing and verbally.
* Experience in delivery of all RIBA stages and on‑site works from inception to completion.
* Experience of working on projects in private and public sectors, including retail banking, commercial, residential, industrial, and leisure.
* Ability to assess and meet client requirements and desires through regular meetings and communication.
* Knowledge of National Building Standards, UK planning legislation and local building codes.
* Works within project time schedules to coordinate tasks to completion.
Benefits
* Competitive Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance
* Healthcare benefits
* 5% Employers Pension Contribution
* 33 days annual holiday (including public holidays)
* Extra half a day paid holiday on your birthday
Working Hours and Location
Our standard business hours are 8-5 Monday-Thursday and 8-4 on a Friday (1hr lunch break each day). We have adopted a hybrid working model so you will have flexibility to work in the office (based in Warrington or Glasgow) or from home, or a mixture of both. The role will involve working/visiting live site environments to review design delivery and to ensure the site delivery meets the proposed specifications.
Equal Opportunities
McLennan Architecture and Interiors is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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