Senior Architectural Technician

Role Overview

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join our team within Vistry Manchester & Cheshire East, at our Warrington office. As our Senior Architectural Technician, you will oversee and produce working drawings and to co-ordinate the procurement and distribution of technical information.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Christmas company shutdown
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• HNC in Building Studies or similar.
• Extensive experience of working in an architectural technical design environment.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Knowledge of timber frame design and construction methods.

Desirable..

• Knowledge / experience of Viewpoint ForProjects.
• Knowledge of Revit and BIM.

More about the Senior Architectural Technician role…

• To be the main contact with all departments ensuring Procurement Programmes and targets are met, attending meeting as required.
• Produce and revise working drawings on CAD system for inclusion in Working Drawing (DCO) packages / VO issues.
• Liaise with specialist suppliers regarding the design of timber frame, roof trusses, beam & block floors, heating systems, TJM layouts and fitted kitchens, and ensure drawings are correct prior to issue.
• Collate Working Drawing (DCO) packages.
• Produce conveyance plans and other CAD information required by other departments.
• Make Building Regulation applications and liaise with Building Control Officer as required to obtain approval.
• Liaise with external consultants / team members / site staff to progress Working Drawing (DCO) packages or resolve queries.
• Attend site to resolve queries or attend meetings.
• Ensure that relevant departmental procedures are complied with.
• Ensure that information produced / issued complies with Building Regulations, NHBC standards and any other relevant standards.
• Assist Architectural Technicians in the performance of their tasks.
• Produce drawings for planning purposes and follow up liaison with Planners to discharge conditions.

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. 

Join us in making Vistry.  

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