Senior Architectural Technician Job in Sevenoaks, Kent
Our client is an employee-owned architectural practice that now has a available. This is an 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.
Based across two offices with over twenty members of staff, this employee-owned multidisciplinary practice offers a range of services including Architectural, building surveying and project management.
Current projects include large and small-scale residential development and healthcare projects. Due to continued success, they are now seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join the residential team.
Role & Responsibilities
1. Take a lead role in the running of projects
2. Projects would focus on residential developments on behalf of housing developers
3. Work on the production of technical drawing packages
4. Budget estimates. Specify materials and products, write work descriptions, and prepare preliminary documents
5. Design presentation materials like boards and layouts
6. Ensure compliance with building regulations, NHBC guidelines, and other relevant laws
7. Assess risks and create Health and Safety Plans according to regulations
8. Inspect construction sites to ensure compliance with drawings and issue instructions as needed
9. Organise drawings properly and back up computer files monthly
10. Measure existing buildings on-site as required for projects.
Required Skills & Experience
11. Possess a minimum of 4 years of practice experience
12. Confident in the running of projects
13. Skilled in the use of AutoCAD
14. Current knowledge of UK regulations
15. Experience in UK UK-based residential is essential
16. Developer-led project experience is highly desirable.
What you get back
17. Salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience
18. Flexible working round core hours – 4.00pm
19. On-site parking is available.