Architectural and town
planning technicians

Description

Architectural and town planning technicians perform a variety of technical support functions to assist architects and planners with the design of buildings and the layout of urban and rural areas.

Tasks

investigates proposed design with regard to practicality, cost and use
prepares building plans, drawings and specifications for use by contractors
liaises with engineers and building contractors regarding technical construction problems and attends site meetings on behalf of architect
surveys land and property uses and prepares report for planning authority
issues development permits as authorised
checks that completed work conforms to specifications.

Educational Requirements

Entrants possess a variety of qualifications including GCSEs/S grades, a BTEC/SQA award, an Advanced GNVQ/GSVQ Level III or a degree. Professional qualifications are available and membership to professional institutions may be required for some posts.