Job description
Main purpose of the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Architectural Technician to join us as part of our Technical team in our Yorkshire West region, based from our regional head office in Beeston, Leeds. This role is a good opportunity for an Assistant Architectural Technician who is looking to take a step up.
The Architectural Technician is a core role within the technical team and is the main contact hub with the Planning and NHBC Portals for the team and also the invoice tracking system and document management system controller to ensure a reliable and consistent approach is maintained with these vital systems.
The main purpose of the role is to provide architectural support and technical guidance for both regional office and site-based operations. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Preparation of working drawings and provide details for site operations and manage design details for bespoke units
• Resolve, monitor where appropriate site queries to progress product development
• Coordinate and manage various specialist suppliers and integrate their requirements into the working drawings packages
• Procure / produce architectural detailing where non-standard;
• Procure Building Regulation approvals;
• Procure landscaping related surveys, designs and management plans;
• Procure / produce information to assist the legal/sales team (deed plans etc)
• General administrative work
HS&S Responsibilities
To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards.
Skills, knowledge & experience
We are looking for an Architectural Technician who embodies our Keepmoat values; a straightforward professional attitude and approach to their work, organised and able to work under pressure. The postholder will take a creative approach to problem solving using their excellent communication and influencing skills. They will take a straightforward approach to providing architectural support and technical guidance. They will be passionate about housebuilding, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience within a Technical new build environment. They will be collaborative; used to providing support to operational business units and building relationships with customers.
Education & qualifications
We are looking for someone with an Architectural related qualification, degree or equivalent. They will also have a high level of proficiency in relevant design and technical based software like AutoCAD, and general IT skills including an advanced knowledge of Microsoft packages. If this sounds like you, please apply now.
Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers.
1. Competitive rates of pay – We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year.
2. Bonus Scheme – Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance.
3. Special offers for staff – We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out.
4. Trust – We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us.
5. Development – we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career.
Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement.
6. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It’s about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way.
7. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible.
8. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It’s important to us to do a good job.
9. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don’t offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers’ needs.