Overview
Group Architectural Technician – Birmingham
Job Type: Full time
In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for a Group Architectural Technician to join our team within Vistry Services, at any of our Midlands offices. As our Group Architectural Team, you will design and maintain Vistry’s standard product – its house types – whilst supporting the regional businesses in delivering the standard product.
As a Group Architectural Technician, you will support the Group Design and Technical functions in its day-to-day duties by coordinating the flow of data and information with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…
- Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
- Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
- Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
- Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
- 2 Volunteering days per annum
- Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
- Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
- Share save and share incentive schemes
- Christmas company shutdown
- Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…
In return, what we would like from you…
- Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
- Background in Architectural Technology.
- Previous experience in Residential Housing sector.
- Prolific experience in Revit Software is required.
- Experience with Auto CAD is desirable.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to confidently challenge decisions made by others.
- Quick and eager to learn, with a focus on continuous development.
- Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels.
- Proficient in MS Office programmes.
- Analytical approach.
- Positive attitude towards teamwork.
- You have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- You have excellent team working and feel comfortable with communicating at all levels.
- You will need to demonstrate behaviours necessary to align with our corporate values.
- Educated to HNC/HND in a construction related qualification.
More about the Group Architectural Technician role…
- Working with the Group Senior Architectural Technician to manage the delivery and maintenance of the Group standard house type portfolio.
- Ensure all drawings, details and third-party information are accurate, commercially suitable, and compliant with current regulations.
- Provide support in the creation and delivery of the Group portfolio and then maintain them going forward.
- Provide support in the delivery and maintenance of Group Standard Details.
- Manage and review Consultants working on the standard product including, but not limited to, architects and structural engineers.
- Manage warranty Type Approval process where required and review approval to ensure that the conditions are addressed.
- Ensure that information is to the agreed Group construction and finishing specifications.
- Liaise with regional business units and attend meetings to progress all relevant Technical matters. And assist in resolving technical related queries.
- Provide support in the delivery and maintenance of the Group generic Temporary Works details.
- Ensure cost effective design control and buildability.
- Ensure that new regulation requirements are anticipated and incorporated as required.
- Expect and encourage continued change and improvement within the Company.
- Support and assist in the management of the Group Technical mailbox.
- Manage the collation and checking of all ancillary specialist drawings, including hot water supply, heating, kitchen, stair, lintels, beam and block ground floors, precast upper floors.
Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…
We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos – doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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