Job Description

About Pentadel

Pentadel Project Management is a forward-thinking, dynamic company specialising in the design and delivery of complex construction projects for businesses and brands.

At the forefront of our success is our team - Team Purple. We have worked hard to build a team of smart, innovative and caring professionals and value the importance of creating a supportive and positive environment for our employees while delivering exceptional results for our clients. We believe that a happy team creates happy clients.

Job Overview

Architectural Technician's are involved across the breadth of our project portfolio, supporting the design team as well as our project management team. Playing a crucial role in the Pentadel team, creating, coordinating and producing detailed technical drawings to coordinate with external contractors, designers and clients across RIBA stages 1-5. The core of Pentadel's work related to the FMGG and commercial sectors.

Responsibilities and Duties

General

Create detailed 2D and 3D architectural drawings primarily within Revit. Knowledge of AutoCAD will be a plus. Transform conceptual ideas into accurate technical drawings. Develop a full suite of drawings to be used as the basis for tendering and construction of industrial and commercial premises. Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and process engineers during the full design phase whilst spatial planning. Collaborate with wider project team to ensure seamless communication and coordination between disciplines. Participate in project meetings and provide technical expertise as needed. Stay informed about building regulations to ensure compliance in design documentation from the onset. Make necessary adjustments to drawings to meet regulatory requirements, adapt to client needs, and develop ideas.

Design Stages

Modelling from on site information. (Cloud Point, Topographical, Sketch, Measurement surveys). Undertaking measured surveys if required to enable commencement prior to formal surveys being undertaken. Advise on likely planning implications and process. Knowledge of construction processes' Planning application submission and management Creation of presentations Familiarity with planning validation requirements and how to pre-emptively make the client aware of their obligation. Prepare construction documentation sets alongside external specialist contractors and engineers. Ensuring compliance with relevant building codes, regulations, and industry standards. Assist in the identification and resolution of design issues and design risk registers Writing scopes of work to create a guide for trade contractors to price against in conjunction with the drawings developed. Development of details as required to fit the relevant work package.

Construction Stage

Develop and manage construction documentation sets Communicate effectively with contractors and construction teams to address questions or concerns. On site and in office. Assist in the identification and resolution of construction issues. Attend site as required to observe construction progress and develop observational reports. Appraise and approve maintenance management information in respect to handover packs for CDM and O&Ms. Coordinate construction documentation with external specialist contractors and professionals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude

Demonstrates broad knowledge of core Architectural concepts Understanding of building regulations and construction processes Technical expertise in field of Architecture Proficient user of AutoCAD Proficient user of REVIT Good verbal communication skills Understanding value engineering
Exhibits our core values as detailed in our Culture Guide:

We are one team Clients come first Purple Professional

Qualifications

A relevant degree in architecture, architectural technology or similar with 3 years directly relevant experience Holds a full UK driving licence Full right to work in the UK Construction Management experience beneficial

Benefits

32 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - pro-rata to part time working Birthday day off Flexible leave scheme Private Healthcare Scheme Payment of membership fees to professional body Cycle to work scheme Pension scheme

Please note that we will be relocating to a new, refurbished office space at Staverton Technology Park, Cheltenham, GL51 6TQ in November. There will be free on-site parking at this location.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme
Application question(s):

Please provide detail of your most relevant experience or qualification for this role
Work Location: In person