Job Title
Architectural Technician
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
£42,500 per annum plus £3,600 per annum Car Allowance
Working Hours
37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern
Monday to Friday
Location
Speke, Liverpool
Role Profile
An Architectural Technician who assists the Head of Technical/Design and Planning Manager with external consultancy liaison, drawing production, planning, building regulations and NHBC applications, and supports the management of the company’s standard house‑type portfolio.
Responsibilities
* Assist the Head of Technical/ Design and Planning Manager with appointment and liaison with external consultants.
* Check external consultants’ drawings, documents and reports.
* Produce AutoCAD house‑type and working drawings, and AutoCAD planning layouts and all associated drawings and visualisations.
* Support the Design and Planning Manager with the management of the business’s standard house‑type portfolio and the development of standard Part L specification.
* Prepare and collate planning applications, including discharge of details reserved by planning conditions, and Building Regulations and NHBC applications.
* Liaise with council officers, statutory authorities, NHBC and solicitors to obtain approvals and prepare legal drawings and documents.
* Produce tender and construction drawing packs in liaison with commercial staff, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams.
* Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors on technical queries during the construction phase.
* Assist in the production and checking of sales and marketing material.
* Manage budgets and payments.
* Collaborate with all departments and attend monthly development team meetings and weekly site visits to discuss development performance.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.
* Work flexibly during business hours and promote equal opportunities and non‑discriminatory practices.
* Undertake any other duties as required by the Managing Director or Head of Technical to ensure business operation.
Qualifications – Essential
* Architectural degree.
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a technical role at a reputable housebuilder.
* Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and NHBC standards.
* Commercial awareness and analytical ability.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the North West region.
Qualifications – Desirable
* Evidence of continued professional development.
* Member (or working towards becoming) of a professional body such as CIAT.
Benefits
* Competitive pay and generous pension.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Flexible working options.
* Investment in learning, personal development and technology.
* Wide range of additional benefits.
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