Architectural Technician

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 Scotland region, based from Glasgow.

Reporting to the Technical Director, the Technical Technician is a core role within the technical team and is the main contact hub with the Planning and NHBC Portals for the team. They will also manage the invoice tracking system and document management system 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:

1. Preparation of working drawings and provide details for site operations and manage design details for bespoke units;
2. Resolve and monitor site queries to progress product development;
3. Coordinate and manage various specialist suppliers and integrate their requirements into the working drawings packages;
4. Procure / produce architectural detailing where non-standard;
5. Procure Building Regulation approvals;
6. Procure landscaping related surveys, designs and management plans;
7. Procure / produce information to assist the legal/sales team (deed plans etc).

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 established 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.
They will also have a high level of proficiency in relevant design and technical based software like Revit, AutoCAD, and general IT skills including an advanced knowledge of Microsoft packages.

Education & qualifications

We are looking for someone with an Engineering related qualification, degree or equivalent.