Architectural Technician

Architectural Technician Job in Slough, Berkshire

We are currently working with an independent, forward-thinking, award-winning architectural practice that has an Architectural Technician job available. This role would see you working with one of the leading practices in the growing retirement living and care sectors.

Established for over 50 years, this award-winning architectural practice consists of 20 dedicated professionals. Renowned for delivering client-focused projects in the retirement living and care sector, they offer a family-feel business environment and are passionate about the well-being and development of their staff. Due to their impressive track record and strong client relationships, they are currently seeking an enthusiastic Architectural Technician to join their team.

This role offers flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements, making it an excellent opportunity for a motivated Architectural Technician looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support to clients
• Develop project briefs and feasibility studies
• Prepare and present design proposals
• Use Revit on a daily basis
• Evaluate environmental impact and sustainability
• Manage or coordinate professionals working on a project
• Obtain and evaluate tenders and contracts
• Ensure compliance with design, legal, statutory, and professional requirements
• Program work schedules and conduct inspections at various stages
• Liaise with local planning, building control departments, other statutory bodies, and outside organizations
• Attend regular meetings with clients, contractors, and other specialists, including engineers and surveyors, to ensure buildings meet necessary standards
• Collaborate closely with construction specialists on-site
• Obtain feedback from clients and building users, and report on contractor performance once the construction project is completed
• Appraise the performance of buildings in use and produce maintenance management information
• Work as part of a team on larger projects
• Manage the work of junior technologists and technicians and contribute to the overall running of the business.

Required Skills & Experience

• Qualified as an Architectural Technician
• Ability to use Revit is essential
• Freehand drawing ability would be beneficial
• Good understanding of building technology
• Experience in care or retirement living projects would be highly beneficial
• Strong knowledge of UK building and CDM regulations
• Care about the impact of designs on the end user
• Due to site locations, you will need a valid UK driving licence.

What you get back

• £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
• 23 Days annual leave
• Flexible working hours
• Option for Hybrid working of Wednesdays and Fridays after probation
• Free parking on-site
• Christmas and Summer team events.
• Regular team events
• Newly refurbished staff break-out area

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period.

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