Architectural Technologist

We have a great opportunity for an Architectural Technologist to join our expanding In-house Technical Team, to be based at either one of our St. Albans OR West Byfleet offices. Leading in the technical aspects of Architectural work on projects, producing and coordinating drawings packs, schedules and technical information for RIBA stages 4-5 under the direction of the Head of Technical.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Producing and coordinating architectural drawings and detailed design information.
• Compliance: Liaise and negotiate with building control, building warranty providers, LPA planning condition and other statutory authorities as appropriate to ensure all approvals are in place well in advance of project timings.
• Work with the project team to establish and manage the construction budget.
• Attend site meetings and support site staff with any queries.
• Producing project specific technical details.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders, external consultants and statutory bodies to ensure the provision of high quality drawings.
• Nurture your professional development and keep up to date with legislation and standards within the industry.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the continued success of Churchill Living’s desirable developments. Whilst the majority of time will be spent in the office, there will be occasional site visits.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced Architectural Technologist with knowledge of the relevant regulations, including Building and fire regulations relating to multi storey apartment buildings. You’ll be skilled at operating industry specific BIM software, such as Revit and AutoCAD. Initiative and flexibility are key as you’ll be working on a number of projects at any one time and will be required to make day to day decisions relating to design, technical and site issues to ensure that construction is unimpeded. The role is fast moving and time pressured as you’ll be working to a number of strict deadlines; excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure in a team is therefore essential. Discretion is also vital as the role will involve advance access to potential sites. An HNC/HND in architectural/construction is essential and a degree in a construction related field (preferably Architecture/Architectural Technology) is desirable.

How you’ll be rewarded

• Company car or cash for car allowance.
• Annual holiday entitlement of 24 days + Bank Holidays.
• Day off on your birthday.
• John Lewis vouchers - £200 to all expectant parents.
• Training Courses and Professional Memberships paid.
• Colleague well-being initiatives and ambassadors.
• Peer recognition programme.
• Colleague referral bonus.
• Access to Employee Assistance programme.
• Land introduction bonus.
• Friends & family discount against the cost of a new Churchill apartment.
• Charitable match-funding programme for Colleagues wishing to raise money for their chosen charities.

About us

We are Churchill Living, the fastest growing company in the UK retirement house building sector, and we have an exciting opportunity available to join our expanding Technical team. We’re a family-owned business and we’re going places. We’re proud of what we do, and the people we work with. We have ambitious growth plans for the future, now employing over 700 people and growing all the time. We pride ourselves on building beautiful, quality, purpose-built one and two bedroom apartments in desirable locations across the UK for those looking for an independent lifestyle in later life. Developments are designed to take away all the hassle and fears that can be experienced by older people and provide security, peace of mind and independence.

We’ve won a host of awards; most recently we have been recognised by The Sunday Times as the 3rd Best Company to Work for in the UK and became the first ever retirement living specialist to be crowned overall ‘Housebuilder of the Year’ by the WhatHouse? Awards 2016.

COMPANY VALUES – TORCH – Trust / Openness / Respect / Communication / Honesty

Join the Churchill family and be part of an ambitious and successful business who value and appreciate their people. Apply today!