Architectural Technician - Stamford/Wansford

Architectural Technician - Stamford/Peterborough

An opportunity has arisen for an Architectural Technician to join my clients thriving RIBA Chartered Architectural Practice. This is a full time position working on a wide variety of nationwide projects including listed buildings, high end residential development, contemporary residential new builds and bespoke commercial premises.

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Understand a client brief.
• Arrive at a suitable design solution in conjunction with other team members.
• Produce accurate and detailed construction drawings to current Building Regulations standard.
• Progress details through approval process.
• Produce detailed works instructions, material specifications and schedules of work.
• Understand technical and professional aspects of work and continually maintain technical knowledge.
• Record and manage drawing registers.
• Liaise with installation teams, sub-contract suppliers, customers and suppliers.
• Maintain appropriate effective work behaviour in the face of setbacks or pressure.
• Demonstrate good time management and self-organisation.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Relevant qualification in HNC, HND or degree in Architectural Technology.
• 5+ years within the industry.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations & Standards in the house building sector.
• On site experience.
• Computer literate - essential experience of AutoCAD(2D) 2011 onwards.
• Knowledge of Sketchup would be an advantage.
• The ability to work with minimal supervision on construction drawings/building regulations requirements.
• Good communication skills and knowledge of products.
• High level of accuracy and administrative efficiency.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• A positive attitude and good sense of humour.
• Driving license and transport essential.

This position will be based within their offices half way between Stamford and Peterborough.

Salary scale 24k - 30k DOE