Senior level Architectural Technician/ Technologist

PURPOSE OF JOB AND PRIMARY OBJECTIVES
The purpose of the job is to carry out the duties of a Project/Architectural Technician as part of a team under the supervision of the Team Leader responsible for delivery of specific areas of work and also to develop projects from planning and working drawing stage through to completion. To work with clients, consultants and contractors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Client liaison and communication
• Co-ordination with the design team
• Design development and investigation of production specification
• Creates 3D model and develop 2D drawings and/or detail drawings from 3D model or sketches
• Attend project meetings as required
• Ensure compliance with 3D modelling and 2D drafting standards and best practices
• Interpretation of brief
• Concept development
• Site assessment
• Feasibility preparation
• Report compilation
• Liaison with other consultants and contractors
• Develop an understanding for building legislation
• Develop an understanding for Health and Safety and CDM regulations
• Production of planning, building regulations, tender and contract drawings
• Delivering projects to an agreed programme and budget
• Ensure that office procedures are implemented
• Support members of the design team and work collaboratively with the wider office

BIM SPECIFIC RESPONCIBILITIES
• Work with your BIM manager for strategy on any given project
• Create Archicad objects in response to project need and in consultation with the BIM Team
• Attend clash detection meetings as required
• Help resolve BIM design issues
• Communicate with subcontractors to receive, coordinate and update project electronic models
• Support project standards coordination with internal and external project teams

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Good knowledge of technical and construction information of relevant building types.
• Computer literacy: email, word processing, spreadsheet and Archicad
• Ability to programme work for self
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised and proactive ability to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Good knowledge of or willingness to learn to apply statutory legislation and procedures
• Sufficient competence to fulfil the duties of a Designer under the CDM regulations
• Holding a current driving licence is a requirement of the post

DISPOSITION
A highly motivated and flexible self-starter.
Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and clients.
Must enjoy a hands-on role.
Keen eye for design and detailing
Enthusiasm for the job role and willingness to learn

TRAINING NEEDS
The client recognize that some allowance will need to be made for personal development.

GENERAL
To retain professional standards, you will be required to maintain CPD and to keep a record of your activities.
All staff are required to follow the practice’s protocols and procedures.

In return they offer an excellent remuneration, pension, healthcare, bonus, flexible working as well as training, development and progression.