Senior Architectural Technician

Location: Hybrid / Shrewsbury / Birmingham
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Architecture Architecture
Salary: Competitive salary

About Us

AHR is a multi-award winning architecture and building consultancy practice.Based on our strong heritage and breadth of services, we provide imaginative solutions to make a positive contribution for our clients, society and the built environment.

Our people make us who we are - we are a people business and want to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all can flourish. We see diversity as a strength which creates fresh perspectives and generates new ideas.

We enjoy what we do and are determined to do an outstanding job. We deliver best when working in teams. Our culture is a product of the combined mindsets and behaviours of our people.

Wehave an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join our creative and friendly team based in our Shrewsbury or Birmingham office to work on large projects within the healthcare or education sectors.

About You

With a proven track record as a Technician with 10 years post qualification experience and you will have sound knowledge of construction and detailing.Your structured approach to problem-solving and decision-making will complement your ability to work with minimum supervision as a collaborative team member.

Your Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years experience working in healthcare, DfE schools and high densityresidentialsettings
• Highly proficient in Revit with continual use in practice as the primary design/delivery tool
• Expert knowledge of UK Construction and Building Law

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for day to day job running during production information and site stages under the supervision of a Project Director
• Produce effective working drawing packages with the minimum of supervision
• Advise on environmental and building regulatory requirements affecting the project
• A good understanding of current and future fire regulations
• Carry out Designer Risk Assessments (CDM)
• Co-ordinate with other consultants/colleagues, disseminate information to team members and negotiate with statutory bodies
• Ensure compliance with design, legal, statutory and professional requirements
• Liaise with and produce documentation for statutory and local approval authorities
• Able to provide COBie data
• Source technical information, buildability awareness, carry out Health and Safety Risk assessments, prepare tender reports and recommendations, carry out measured surveys and implement and work to QA procedures

What we offer you

• Salary: Competitive salary based on experience
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week (hybrid working)
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing with service
• Support with career progression and education
• Paid professional memberships
• BUPA Health Cash Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme

Our full benefits package can be seen on the AHR careers site.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our highly creative and ambitious team. You will be part of an innovative, design-led progressive practice.

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