Architectural Technician

What you'll be doing?

The Design and Technical teams are involved in all aspects of housing design and innovation, this team is also responsible for researching the best materials, at the best cost.

In terms of design, there's the sheer variety of our sites, many of them using existing buildings, and all of them with unique problems to solve. Then there's the question of new materials and our drive for sustainability and value, all in the face of ever changing building and environmental legislation.

Most of the people in this team have an architectural or engineering background, and for all, we offer the opportunity to gain expertise in design and project management in a thought-provoking setting.

You will provide support across all areas of the design, regulation and planning process, working closely with colleagues and third parties to ensure developments are delivered
You will be responsible for:

• Providing architectural support to a number of different developments.
• Producing and amend site layouts.
• Gaining building regulation approvals for allocated developments.
• Assisting with planning applications Delivering and co-ordinating working drawings.
• Preparing specifications.
• Collating and organising technical information.
• Support provision of technical information for site starts.
• The investigation of technical problems encountered and provision of viable economical solutions.
• Attending site meetings as required.
• Complying with responsibilities as defined in the Group's Health, Safety & Environment Policy and ensure compliance with the same throughout the team.
• Implementing new ideas and methods and continue to seek ways of both improving contribution to the organisation's goals and enhancing the reputation of the company.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

What you'll need

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• Excellent communicator, with high detail orientation.
• Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs.
• Knowledge and understanding of the major functions within the remit of Technical.
• Self-disciplined, with demonstrably good time management skills and the ability to manage a number of priorities.
• Ability to multi-task, and work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
• Team player, supportive of colleagues.
  
  
  
  

Our Company and Benefits

We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2009 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Annual Health Assessment
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Medical Scheme - Single Cover
• 26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
• Choice of Flexible Benefits
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies