Architectural Technician

Our client based in Maidstone are looking for an Architectural Technician / Coordinator to add to their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the in-house architect and external consultants to develop comprehensive Stage 4 working drawings.
• Guarantee the timely availability of all technical details to the construction team, ensuring inter-disciplinary coordination and compliance with both regulatory standards and company requirements.
• Serve as the primary contact for resolving technical inquiries from both internal departments and external stakeholders.

Specific Duties:

• Oversee the production of Stage 4 working drawings.
• Coordinate the engagement of consultants and subcontractors as necessary.
• Address Planning and Building Regulation conditions.
• Facilitate the acquisition of statutory approvals (e.g., S104, S102, S38, S278) and manage street work permits.
• Secure necessary certifications for each plot prior to handover.
• Appoint and oversee key technical subcontractor packages, including piling and timber frame construction.
• Develop and communicate construction specifications, ensuring internal comprehension for cost assessment.
• Evaluate potential sites to estimate non-standard costs during the bidding process.
• Conduct warranty site inspections, recommend corrective actions, and ensure the issuance of warranty cover notes before handover.
• Participate in meetings with consultants, employer agents, subcontractors, and clients as required.
• Provide guidance on construction defects and necessary remedial actions.
• Perform site visits to inspect issues and verify the understanding of technical documents by site staff.

Required Knowledge:

• Proficient in civil and structural engineering, with a focus on masonry and timber frame construction.
• Well-versed in planning and building regulations.
• Familiar with Highway, Sewage, and Utility Authority procedures.

Desirable Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong organizational capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in drafting architectural plans and working drawings using AutoCAD Architecture 2023.
• Effective communication skills across various levels of an organization.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Autonomous work ethic, complemented by strong teamwork skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth technical knowledge with a consultative approach to best practices.
• Experience in a Technical Coordinator or Architectural Technologist role within the housebuilding industry is preferred.

Please apply ASAP if this role seems of interest to you - as we will be organising interviews for early WC 29th April.