Architectural Technician / Senior Technician
- Employer
- Hays Building
- Location
- Slough
- Salary
- £27000.00 - £40000.00 per annum
- Closing date
- 26 Mar 2019
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- Job position
- Associate
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Job Function
- Architectural Technician
Job Details
Architectural Technician / Senior Technician
Overview
The job encompasses provision of architectural design services and solutions, specializing in the science of architecture, building design and construction. Working closely with architects and designers forming the link between concept design and completed construction. Bridging the gap between the idea of an attractive functional building and the reality of that building performing successfully. Ensuring that the right materials are used and that the building meets current regulations. Monitoring quality, costs and deadlines throughout the project. The role works under the direction of the senior management team with minimal supervision and independent working is expected.
Duties and responsibilities
Project inception:
Meet with other professionals and clients at an early stage to agree on the project brief;
understand how the design aspects of a construction project influence and relate to performance and functional issues so that practical questions can be addressed at the outset;
evaluate and advise on environmental, legal and regulatory issues;
contribute to planning applications and other regulatory application procedures;
assess what surveys (e.g. land surveys) are required before work can commence and ensure such surveys are undertaken and their results fed into the project;
Project Planning
Develop project briefs and design programmes;
advise clients on methods of project procurement and forms of contract;
manage health and safety responsibilities;
liaise with and produce documentation for statutory approval authorities;
Detailed design
Prepare and present design proposals using computer-aided design (CAD) and traditional methods;
lead the design process and co-ordinate detailed design information;
advise clients on procuring the best and most appropriate contracts for the work they are undertaking;
manage and co-ordinate the design team and professional consultants;
advise on choosing materials;
liaise with and produce documentation for statutory and local approval authorities;
prepare tender information;
carry out design stage risk assessments;
What you need to do now
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Company
Company Profile
Hays Construction and Property consultants have unparalleled recruiting expertise and an in-depth knowledge of the UK jobs market.
We are fully committed to finding job seekers the right job for the right reason. We place building specialists into every kind of position, including building, construction, architectural, project management, surveying and engineering jobs.
Our expert consultants offer a personalised recruitment service and will give you careers advice to ensure that you achieve your work ambitions.
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- http://www.hays.com/
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