Senior Architectural Technician

Great homes start with great people. At Keepmoat our purpose is clear, we create communities and transform lives. Every year we build thousands of high-quality homes that help more people and families find a place to call their own.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented people who want to do meaningful work, develop their careers and help shape the future of housebuilding.

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join our MCI Developments business - part of the Keepmoat group, based from Wigan.  It's a great time to join as we encounter a period of growth for this region.

Reporting to the Architectural Manager, the Senior Architectural Technician  plays a vital role coordinating all design information between external consultants and internal departments ensuring that all approvals are obtained in a timely manner and that high quality and correct information is issued to other departments.

Duties stretch from site feasibility stage throughout the sites development and to completion and handover to the relevant authorities/discharge of obligations.

Key Accountabilities

• To work with the Land Department to ensure smooth transition of all architectural information takes place

• To check all architectural drawings and details for accuracy, correctness and commercial suitability

• To liaise with external consultants to ensure deadlines are met

• To apply for and secure planning permission for all architectural design and relevant regulation approval

• To attend site visits and meetings in order to solve any problems that arises during the construction process

• To attend design meetings with planning departments to ascertain requirements from a council perspective for new developments

• Ensure that new regulation requirements are anticipated and incorporated as required

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, Experience and Qualifications

Essential:

• Providing proactive support to operational business units
• Worked within a Technical New build environment and can demonstrate a high level of experience
• Previous experience of building relationships with clients/customers
• IT skills including Microsoft packages (advanced knowledge)
• First rate communication and influencing skills
• Highly organized and able to work under pressure
• Professional attitude and approach to work

Education and Qualifications

• Engineering related qualification, degree or equivalent.  
• Degree or higher education course which is accredited by Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) 
• A high level of proficiency in relevant design and technical based software like AutoCAD

Why work for us?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Smart Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 5% discount on a Keepmoat home
• Exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance and Health Assessments
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Volunteering Day and Payroll Giving
• Development opportunities to progress your career