Job Description

The practice is set up with four teams each dealing with specific clients. The retail teams work on framework agreements whilst the developer teams get involved with commercially led projects including urban regeneration, mixed use and commercially-led schemes for developers nationwide. Projects for retail clients range from £1million to £40million in value and can be refurbishments, new build or renewal schemes.

Current projects include town centre regenerations, various retail schemes, transport interchange developments, leisure and commercial projects.

The practice is supported by a 3 person IT Team which ensures the practice is kept up to date with relevant hardware and software packages. They operate AutoCAD 2007 as their standard drawing tool but also use Revit and SketchUp.

The office is located on an industrial estate which is admittedly not the most glamorous of locations but the office itself is on the edge of the estate surrounded by a wooded area and has recently been refurbished to a high standard. The office is now more open plan but with each team having their own distinct area.

The practice is made up of individuals of all ages and experience and promotes a relaxed but professional environment. The work is demanding owing to the fast track nature of the key clients, the practice recognises this and as they are out-of-town much has been done to make sure that there are areas for the staff to relax during lunch breaks.

Employees can expect to receive competitive salaries, a 35-hour working week (any overtime paid at time and a half), 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (With the option of additional holidays through long service / salary sacrifice) and convenient modern offices with free parking. The practice has also recently added a healthcare scheme to their list of benefits. This allows employees to benefit from money back for glasses, contact lenses, dental treatment and so on. They also have a Bike to Work scheme which allows staff to but bikes tax free and cycle to work. Childcare vouchers are also on offer and can offer substantial savings. Appraisals are held annually and cover professional development. Salary reviews are held in May.

Staff training and CPD are a big part of this practice and regular training and seminars are held for staff at all levels. The practice is also working towards Investors in People status.

Due to an increase in workload this practice requires additional technical support. Current projects include retail extensions for a major supermarket with several regeneration schemes in the pipeline. Presently working towards Investors in People, the practice is keen to emphasise that they actively support their staff.

The practice is very flexible with regards to working arrangements and will consider people only wanting to work part time.

Qualifications/Skills Required

You will be a qualified Architectural Technologist/Technician with post qualification experience working on commercial and retail schemes. You will be AutoCAD literate and be confident in your abilities to perform in this fast paced office. UK Building Regulations knowledge is essential.

Site visits are a necessary part of working for this practice so it is essential that employees have driving licences and are flexible with regards to traveling. If a long distance is to be covered then the practice will send 2 people to share the driving.