Architectural Technician in Northampton, Northamptonshire

Do you have a background in roofing and cladding design, architectural technology or commercial building design? Whether you are starting your career or bring substantial technical experience, this opportunity offers the chance to join an established design team working on commercial roofing and cladding projects.

Roofing & Cladding Designer / Architectural Technician – Northampton 

£ NEG Depending on Experience

About the Company

Our client is a specialist roofing and cladding contractor delivering commercial construction projects. The business is expanding its Northampton-based design team and is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including roofing and cladding design, architecture and architectural technology.

You will join an existing team of four designers with experience across architectural technology and structural engineering.

The Role

This is a full-time, office-based position in Northampton, supporting the design and technical development of commercial roofing and cladding projects.

The scope of the role will reflect your experience. An experienced designer may take responsibility for projects from an early stage, while a graduate or junior candidate will receive support to develop their sector knowledge and technical capabilities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and developing drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Producing roofing and cladding layouts, details and associated technical information.
• Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Working with colleagues to develop practical, coordinated design solutions.
• Liaising with project teams, architects, suppliers and other relevant parties.
• Updating drawings in response to design development and project changes.
• Maintaining accurate drawing records and supporting the issue of information to site.
• Developing your knowledge of roofing and cladding systems and how they are installed.

The Ideal Candidate

The business is open to applications from:

• Roofing and cladding designers looking for their next opportunity.
• Architectural technicians or technologists with commercial building experience.
• Architects interested in moving into specialist contractor design.
• Graduates and junior candidates with relevant qualifications and software skills.

You should bring:

• Relevant qualifications or training in Revit and AutoCAD.
• A qualification or background in architecture, architectural technology, construction design or a related discipline.
• Good technical understanding and attention to detail.
• The ability to interpret drawings and communicate design information clearly.
• A practical approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn.
• The ability to work full-time from the Northampton office.

Why you’ll love this role

• A salary of £32,000 –£60,000, reflecting your qualifications, experience and level of responsibility.
• A full-time, permanent position within an expanding design team.
• Support from colleagues with architectural and engineering expertise.
• Training and development for candidates moving into roofing and cladding.
• The opportunity to apply your design skills to commercial construction projects.
• A role that can accommodate either an experienced appointment or someone developing their career.

Apply with your CV to discuss where your experience could fit within the team.

Diversity & Inclusion

Reynco is committed to promoting equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.