Employer: Venesky Brown Recruitment Ltd
Salary: £165.00 – £195.00 per day
Date Added: 17/11/2023
Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Forfar, is currently looking to recruit an Architectural Technician for an initial 6 month contract with option to extend for up to further 6 months on a rate of £165-195/day (Inside IR35). This role will be a hybrid of working at home and in the office.
Responsibilities:
– Progress a diverse range of projects including housing, new builds, schools, leisure centres, offices and factories from feasibility, sketch and detail design stages to completion as directed by the senior architect.
– Undertake building and land surveys and regular site visits to check quality of work.
– Manage projects and contracts as appropriate.
– Prepare project documents including detailed drawings, specifications and designer risk assessments for general construction projects.
– Undertake duties in compliance with statutory regulations and obligations e.g. Building and CDM Regulations
– Support the team leader and ensure a high standard of design and project management are achieved and contribute towards the section’s objectives of delivering a quality service.
– Liaise with clients, consultants and other professionals within the team and outside organisations providing support services such as water, sewerage, fire and security services.
– Assist with the preparation of reports as required.
– Support and research innovative design solutions as required.
– Participate in the contractor selection process.
Essential Skills:
– HNC in relevant building discipline or equivalent
– Willingness to undertake mandatory information governance training
– Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
– Experience of AutoCAD
– Technical knowledge of construction techniques
– Knowledge of building regulations
– Good oral communications skills
– Good written communication skills
– Ability to work as part of a team
– An interest in design
– Full, current driving licence
– Access to a vehicle
– At least 5 years relevant post qualification experience or be formally recognised by an appropriate technical body/institution.
Desirable Skills:
– HNC in relevant building discipline or equivalent
– Knowledge of project management
– Knowledge of energy efficiency
– Knowledge of building materials
– Knowledge of CDM regulations
– Knowledge of building contracts
– Knowledge of planning legislation
– Experienced draughtsperson
– Ability to explain technical information and design problems
– Ability to interpret designs
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.
Application Deadline: 08/12/2023
Contract Type: Contract
Submitted Applications: 6