CAD TECHNICIAN / ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTER
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Position Overview & Specifications
Company Overview:
We are a small, professional, friendly and efficient team, providing services to our group of companies including architecture, interior design, project management, build, operations and manufacturing.
We have some exciting residential projects ranging from super prime to contemporary apartments in inspiring locations with a 10 year pipeline of work. Over the past 16 years we have designed, built and delivered some of London’s most incredible homes.
Job Overview:
This is an opportunity for a self-motivated and detail-focused CAD technician / architectural drafter skilled in preparing residential construction drawings (these will be varied and include joinery, setting out and bathrooms) to work alongside our in-house architects and designers.
You will be passionate about architectural details and enjoy finding workable and practical solutions on a daily basis. We are seeking a collaborative team player with an excellent work ethic, strong attention to detail and takes pride in ensuring their work is done to the highest standard.
Key Accountabilities:
- Ability to prepare drawings, elevations, sections and details to the highest level and to timescales
- In particular this includes Joinery, Setting Out and Bathroom Technical drawings
- Technical knowledge of building details and processes
- Collating and organising drawings
Skills, Knowledge, Attributes and Experience
Essential:
- At least 2-4+ years as an Architectural Technician with experience in UK prime residential sector
- Excellent AutoCAD and Microsoft skills
- Experience with joinery, setting out and bathroom construction drawings and detailing
- Strong communication skills, oral and written (fluent English will be required)
- Attention to detail with a value on accuracy
- Be enthusiastic; professional; hard working, reliable and organised in their approach
- Possess the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Excellent reference will be required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Life insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, SW3 4JL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- AutoCAD: 2 years (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 28/04/2023
Reference ID: CAD Technician
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for CAD TECHNICIAN / ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTER roles across Albyns Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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