Architectural Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Architectural Technician, Creaton, Northamptonshire
An excellent opportunity for an Architectural Technician to join our expanding and close-knit team has arisen! We currently have an increase in our technical design projects, requiring technical support for producing housetype working drawings for both housing developers and more bespoke projects.
There will also be the opportunity to use your skills when the need arises to design housing schemes for residential planning applications for both large and small projects. This may include both housetype and layout design, depending on the candidate.
In order to be considered for this position we would request the candidates have the following experience:
- A minimum of 5+ years in the Design & Construction industry.
- AutoCAD & technical knowledge is essential, as you will be delivering technical projects from day one.
- Photoshop and Indesign experience an advantage though not essential.
- A background in residential development is preferred, though not essential. Your portfolio will demonstrate your ability to deliver a variety of projects at detailed design stage to project completion.
- Knowledge of current UK Building Regulations
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and graphical)
You may be part way to gaining your professional qualification having had prior practice experience, whilst our supportive team will be eager to give you the opportunities to develop your portfolio further.
Although this is primarily an office based position, opportunities for hybrid working will be considered for the right candidate following a successful probation period, during which you will be brought fully up to speed with company standards and our ethos.
If you fit the above profile, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and Portfolio to us and we will be in touch.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Northampton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- AutoCAD: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Architectural Technician roles across RDC's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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