Senior Architectural Technician

ABOUT US:

LNT Care Developments is the UK’s leading purpose build residential care home developer and constructor. Over 30 years of innovation, within our vertically integrated model, has allowed us to perfect the care home designs.

JOB SUMMARY:

LNT are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Architectural Technician to join our development design team. The candidate will be responsible for managing a team of Technicians, providing support, guidance and setting workloads within the team whilst handling their own project workload. Feasibility and planning designs are a key part of the role, candidates will work closely with all project stakeholders to ensure designs are practical, compliant with regulations, and implemented effectively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support and Management

• manage a team of technicians, reviewing their work and managing workloads within the team.
• Work closely with other team members to develop best practices and design standards within the team.
• Contribute to internal design workshops, bringing innovative solutions and technical expertise to the team.
• Mentor and support junior technicians, fostering professional development within the team.

Design and Development

• Develop and refine feasibility stage designs, ensuring they meet the design brief whilst taking account of site constraints.
• Produce high-quality 3D visualisations to accompany the planning submission pack.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, and stakeholders to optimise building layouts and site planning.
• Work alongside our in-house planning team to Prepare and submit planning applications, ensuring compliance with national and local authority requirements.
• Identify and mitigate design-related health and safety risks at each project stage.
• engage in relevant CPD events; to expand and update specialist knowledge relating to the profession

Project Management

• Lead and coordinate the early-stage design process, ensuring project milestones are met.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing quality, timescales, and resource allocation.

• Liaise with internal teams, consultants, and clients to drive design efficiency and innovation.
• Provide technical expertise in design reviews, identifying and resolving potential challenges early in the process.

Planning, Building Regulations and CDM Compliance

• Stay up to date with UK planning policies and building regulations.
• Liaise with local authorities and regulatory authorities to resolve any design or compliance issues during the planning stage.
• Ensure that health and safety considerations are fully integrated into the design process, in line with CDM 2015 regulations.

Site Visits and Inspections

• Conduct site visits to investigate the allocated plot of land and its surroundings. Take account of any information that may be unavailable by other means. Adjust designs accordingly based on information gathered.
• Address any technical issues that arise during the construction process.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational Background:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in architectural technology, building technology, or a related field.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, with a strong understanding of 3D visualisation and rendering software packages.
• Strong understanding of building construction, materials, and methods.
• In depth knowledge of UK Planning, building regulations and associated standards.
• Strong visual representation skills.

Project Management Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Creative problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role within the construction or architectural industry.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery.

WORKING HOURS & LOCATION:

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Based in an office environment with visits to site as and when required

In return we offer a great place to work with great benefits including: 

• Discretionary Bonus Scheme payable twice annually 
• Pension contribution 
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave 
• Free parking at head office 
• 4-weekly pay (13 pay days per year) 
• Free onsite gym