Architectural Technician
| Posting date: | 08 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 May 2026 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire, PR6 8AB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Fawkes & Reece |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | VAC-359060_1778235730 |
Summary
Architectural Technician
A regional house builder have a requirement for an Architectural Technician to join their regional office in Lancashire on a fixed term contract basis.
Architectural Technician role
You will support the Design team with the execution of housing developments across the region providing accurate architectural and technical information.
Key Responsibilities:
- Amend / update AutoCAD and REVIT house type working drawings and all associated drawings, details and documents.
- Produce AutoCAD and REVIT house type working drawings and all associated drawings, details and documents.
- Checking external Consultants' and Designers' drawings, documents and reports.
- Liaison and collaboration with members of all other Departments within the Company.
- Preparation and collation of Building Regulations / NHBC / Premier Guarantee / ICW Applications.
- Clearance of Building Regulations and Warranty Provider conditions.
- Preparation and collation of Planning Applications, including applications for discharge of details reserved by planning conditions, NMA and s73 applications.
- Amend AutoCAD Planning Layouts and all associated drawings.
- Appointment of and liaison with external Consultants. Liaison with necessary Council Officers, Statutory Authorities and representatives from Warranty Providers and Building Control bodies.
- Liaison with Solicitors, preparation of legal drawings and documents, collation of legal site setup information. Liaison with contractors and sub-contractors.
- Compilation of tender packages. Assist in production of and checking of sales & marketing material.
- Manage budgets and payments. Site visits and liaison with on-site Construction and Sales team where necessary.
Skills & experience required
- Qualified to degree level or HNC/HND in a Construction / Architectural Technology subject with relevant experience, or working towards this status
- Previous housing sector experience in a technical / architectural function is desirable
- Experience of working with Revit & AutoCAD is essential
- Knowledge of building regulations and current NHBC standards
- Strong communication, listening, presentation skills and excellent attention to detail
- Ability to be able to express basic technical information in a clear and concise manner
- Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards
- Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to problem solve and delegate effectively
What's on offer?
The company are offering a competitive salary and package including the option of a company car or car allowance, mileage expenses, healthcare, pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, annual discretionary bonus and opportunities for progression.
This role will start as a 3 month fixed term contract but has the [potential of being extended or possibly turning into permanent role with the growth that they have planned.
If you are interested in joining a regional house builder who have an excellent reputation for building quality homes, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece for a confidential chat, are apply via the link.