Architectural Technician

  • Construction Jobs
  • Loughton, Essex
  • Sep 15, 2022
Permanent Construction

Job Description

Who are we? Founded in 1992 and with over 350 employees Galliard Homes is London's largest privately owned property development and management group overseeing residential, hospitality, mixed-use, and commercial projects across London, the Home Counties, and the Midlands. Galliard has a £4 billion portfolio of over 6,905 homes and 296,065 square feet of commercial developments under construction. With an impressive portfolio of award-winning developments, we are proud to be considered as London's leading property developer. The Position We are currently recruiting an Architectural Technician to join our established Architectural department. The candidate should have an acute attention to detail, have experience delivering technical drawing packages, meet project deadlines and possess excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will be based in our head office in Loughton, Essex and will be expected to attend site when necessary. Projects will consist of predominantly residential developments, both new-build and refurbishment. You will be responsible for the following duties: Producing drawings primarily in Revit (3D) but some in AutoCAD (2D). Ensuring all work is in line with current legislation and industry standards. Liaising with the specific project Architectural Team Leader regarding the overall project, the projects drawing programme and the assignment of drawings tasks. Understanding the brief given by the Team Leader for the tasks including the content and allocated time. Working closely with the Team Leader and other members of the project team to deliver the tasks and attend meetings when required. Where necessary, liaising with external consultants, design dub-contractors or suppliers and coordinating the input from various disciplines. Attending site meetings. Measured surveys and site inspections. The Person The successful candidate will also be able demonstrate the following: Architectural Degree or CIAT in Architectural Technology. Experience of working on residential led mixed use development. Knowledge of working across RIBA work stages 3 and 5. Must be AutoCAD Revit (3D) proficient. Can produce schedules in Revit and/or Excel. UK site experience, knowledge of UK building and CDM regulations. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience. The Benefits As a family-owned business, we want everyone to feel at home from day one. In return for commitment, loyalty, and hard work, we offer benefits ranging from: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Car allowance Life assurance Private healthcare Matching contribution pension scheme Discretionary salary and bonus review Employee assistance programme Discounted gym memberships Discount portal Cycle to work scheme Volunteering Sponsorship of professional qualifications and accreditations