Architectural Technician

Location: Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath
Salary: DOE
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Osborne are recruiting on behalf of our client for an Architectural Technician to join their design and drafting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual to contribute to the delivery of high-volume residential and timber-frame construction projects.

Working closely with the Head of Design and the wider project team, the successful candidate will produce accurate, practical working drawings while helping to improve design detailing, buildability and overall project efficiency.

The role will also offer training in IS 440 and structural detailing, providing an opportunity to develop specialist technical knowledge and take on greater responsibility within the design process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop practical and cost-effective solutions to design and construction challenges.
• Produce accurate working drawings in collaboration with the design and drafting team.
• Contribute ideas to improve detailing, buildability and construction efficiency.
• Complete technical checks on drawings before they are issued to site.
• Develop knowledge of IS 440 to assist with structural detailing and calculations for timber-frame construction.
• Prepare structural scheme plans within the parameters established by the appointed Chartered Structural Engineer.
• Coordinate structural details for review and approval by the relevant engineer.
• Ensure drawings comply with relevant building regulations and project specifications.
• Manage drawing deliverables in line with project schedules and deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with design, project management and construction teams to support successful project delivery.

Requirements:

• Qualification in Architectural Technology or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in relevant CAD/BIM drawing software.
• Good understanding of Irish building regulations and construction detailing.
• Experience or a strong aptitude for learning IS 440 and structural detailing, particularly within timber-frame construction.
• Strong technical drawing and documentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
• Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to produce clear and accurate technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing business.
• Exposure to a high volume and variety of construction projects.
• Training and development in IS 440 and structural detailing.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and improve design and construction processes.
• Long-term career development within a collaborative design team.
• If you are an Architectural Technician looking to develop your technical expertise and play an active role in delivering practical, buildable construction designs, we would like to hear from you.

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of  Daniel Kirwan or email daniel.kirwan@osborne.ie
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
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If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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