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Job description

The precise duties and responsibilities of an HPTO Architectural Assistant post will vary, however the key areas will involve the following activities / responsibilities. The successful candidate(s) will report to a Senior Professional & Technical Officer (SPTO), project architects and senior technicians in the provision of various aspects of Architectural services to Government Departments, Agencies and the wider public sector. This will entail involvement in the preliminary and basic services as described in the RIBA Plan of Work stages 0 to 6, i.e., inception to completion..

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural and construction procurement advice to Client Departments and other public bodies;
• Brief development, feasibility studies, design, statutory approvals, site inspections, building surveys and drawings as described in RIBA Plan of Work;
• Assist in the assessment/interpretation of architectural submissions and pre-contract estimates from external design teams to support the development of business cases;
• Implement Northern Ireland public procurement policy on construction projects;
• Provide a professional interface with clients and other professionals;
• Create, maintain and enhance effective working relationships;
• Develop and maintain professional standards within the branch and apply these to achieve work objectives;
• Maintain and continuously develop professional knowledge and competence to provide a leading source of expertise and authoritative advice and ensure high professional standards and decision making;
• For Further Information please refer to the Candidate Information Booklet (CIB)

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Applicants must, by the closing date for applications: 1. Have at least an undergraduate degree in architecture / architectural technology or building technology;
• AND 1a. A minimum of 2 years' post qualification experience gained in the last 7 years, as an architectural assistant / technician / technologist in a construction related industry;
• OR 2. Have an HND in architecture / architectural technology or building technology;
• AND 2a. A minimum of 3 years' post qualification experience gained in the last 7 years, as an architectural assistant / technician / technologist in a construction related industry;
• OR 3. Have an HNC in architecture / architectural technology or building technology;
• AND 3a. A minimum of 4 years' post qualification experience gained in the last 7 years, as an architectural assistant / technician / technologist in a construction related industry.
• 4. Be proficient in the production of architectural drawings using computer applications i.e., AutoCAD and/or REVIT

Further Information

Location: Clare House, 303 Airport Road West, Belfast or Hydebank Wood, Hospital Road, Belfast. Salary: £32,880 - £34,011 per annum (under review) NICS Application form only, Vacancy closing date Friday 17th May at 12 noon. Applications from Protestants, females, young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are particularly welcomed for this post. The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

Application Information

Visit the recruitment service website www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk (Please quote reference number: IRC300306)