Architectural Technologist

Are you an experienced Architectural Technologist seeking a new opportunity? If so, our Historic Building Surveying team is looking for a talented designer to join us

Bidwells is looking for an experienced Architectural Technologist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for drafting and revising plans, elevations, sections, and details using AutoCAD LT software. You will also conduct site visits to carry out detailed measured surveys, working under the supervision and guidance of the Head of Historic Building Consultancy and other colleagues. Our team works with a prestigious clientele, including many of the Cambridge Colleges. While most of your work will be done within the immediate team, the nature of our projects requires collaboration with various departments across the firm.

Our Building Consultancy Division offers expert strategic advice and support to property owners, occupiers, developers, and investors, guiding them from acquisition through to project management. The department integrates the expertise of architects, building surveyors, construction consultants, and project managers, all equipped with extensive local knowledge. The Building Consultancy team is well-established across the Eastern Region.

What you'll be doing:

• Work on a wide range of projects/instructions received from clients and colleagues, liaising closely with all relevant parties.
• Produce plans, elevations, sections and details of building projects using CAD software.
• Liaise with other members of the design team over design issues.
• Be responsive to clients deadlines aswell as support and reinforce the client relationships.
• Liaise with Client where needed in a professional and knowledgeable manor.
• Share technical and market knowledge as appropriate.
• Attend internal events and meetings where possible to contribute, build internal relationships and raise internal profile.
• Comply with Bidwells policies and procedures, ensure corporate standards and best practice is adhered to at all times.
• Seek to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all legislation affecting the technical aspects of the construction industry and share knowledge and information where appropriate.
• Maintain time sheets and submit expenses on time and as requested
• Be commercially aware of work undertaken in respect of chargeable hours, with awareness of profitability.
• Undertake administration for the team to ensure the relevant paperwork and client file is kept up to date
• Carry out such additional ad hoc duties as may be reasonably requested from time to time.

About you:

• Auto CAD Technician.
• Knowledge of building regulations.
• Able to undertake measured surveys.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Able to work under pressure of deadlines.
• A Professional team player with a positive and can do attitude.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to resolve problems creatively.
• Full driving licence.

Knowledge of the following is desirable:

• Background in construction.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 'Project'
• Revit experience
• Ability to sketch and/or a working knowledge of 'Sketch up'.
• Historic building construction and legislation around these buildings.

Why Bidwells?

We’re a different kind of business. Whilst we’re a major player in the property sector Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent business, a Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture.

What's in it for you?

Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme

Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, private medical, medicash plan, paid professional memberships, your birthday off work and lifestyle discounts and perks

Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities

Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends

Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you

Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one.

Agencies: Bidwells does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for related fees.