Architectural Technician

Job Title

Architectural Technician

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary

£42,500 per annum plus £3,600 per annum Car Allowance

Working Hours

37.5 hours per week

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday

Location

Speke, Liverpool

Role Profile

An Architectural Technician who assists the Head of Technical/Design and Planning Manager with external consultancy liaison, drawing production, planning, building regulations and NHBC applications, and supports the management of the company’s standard house‑type portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Technical/ Design and Planning Manager with appointment and liaison with external consultants.
• Check external consultants’ drawings, documents and reports.
• Produce AutoCAD house‑type and working drawings, and AutoCAD planning layouts and all associated drawings and visualisations.
• Support the Design and Planning Manager with the management of the business’s standard house‑type portfolio and the development of standard Part L specification.
• Prepare and collate planning applications, including discharge of details reserved by planning conditions, and Building Regulations and NHBC applications.
• Liaise with council officers, statutory authorities, NHBC and solicitors to obtain approvals and prepare legal drawings and documents.
• Produce tender and construction drawing packs in liaison with commercial staff, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors on technical queries during the construction phase.
• Assist in the production and checking of sales and marketing material.
• Manage budgets and payments.
• Collaborate with all departments and attend monthly development team meetings and weekly site visits to discuss development performance.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Work flexibly during business hours and promote equal opportunities and non‑discriminatory practices.
• Undertake any other duties as required by the Managing Director or Head of Technical to ensure business operation.

Qualifications – Essential

• Architectural degree.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a technical role at a reputable housebuilder.
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and NHBC standards.
• Commercial awareness and analytical ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the North West region.

Qualifications – Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Member (or working towards becoming) of a professional body such as CIAT.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and generous pension.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working options.
• Investment in learning, personal development and technology.
• Wide range of additional benefits.

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