The duties of the post of Executive Technician Architectural will depend on placement of the post, but in general they will include but are not limited to:
* Provide technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which they have been assigned;
* Have a thorough knowledge of AUTOCAD programmes and be able to demonstrate preparation of feasibility, design, planning and tender packages using AUTOCAD and with a knowledge of and commitment to become proficient in BIM and the use of REVIT. Proficiency in REVIT is an advantage;
* Have a thorough knowledge and capability in the use of presentation and 3-D packages such as PhotoShop and Sketchup;
* Have an in-depth understanding of the preparation of detailed design and contract documents for the tender process and ideally in connection with public works contracts;
* Demonstrate experience in the preparation of presentation drawings in support of Planning Submissions;
* Have a good working knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, policies and statutory technical standards that govern the Local Authority;
* Have a thorough knowledge of the Irish Building Regulations, associated Technical Guidance Documents and the Health & Safety Regulations in relation to building design and construction;
* The role will include the requirement to attend site, carry out inspections or surveys and prepare reports as required;
* Liaise with and co-ordinate in-house architectural staff and external design team consultants engaged by Kildare County Council;
* Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of building construction and extensive experience in the development of construction detailing in compliance with the Irish Building Regulations ideally related to the development of housing;
* Demonstrate experience in the successful delivery of detailed production information on a substantial range of projects, including housing within a tight programme.
Education, Training and Experience etc.:
* Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post;
* Have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one section of the work;
* Possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies;
* Have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff;
* A level 7 qualification in Architectural technology or a related discipline to the Council’s satisfaction;
* 5 years relevant experience in an architectural design office;
* Proficiency in AutoCAD, with a knowledge of and commitment to become proficient in BIM and the use of REVIT;
* Proficiency in REVIT is an advantage.
Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish/EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence.
Kildare County Council
Devoy Park
Naas
Co. Kildare
W91X77F
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