Architectural Technician
Architectural Technician - Multi Annual Programmes, Network Enhancements
Division – Capital Investments
Location – Inchicore Works, Inchicore
Salary Scale – J56
Responsibilities
We are seeking a skilled Architectural Technician to provide professional support in the design and management of construction projects. You will work closely with the Manager of the Architects Section, contributing to high-profile projects within our network enhancements team.
Key Responsibilities:
General
- Report to the Programme Manager, ensuring projects meet time, cost, scope, and quality standards per Iarnród Éireann, Infrastructure Maintainer, and NTA guidelines.
- Develop design concepts and progress them to detailed designs, incorporating planning permissions and specialist inputs.
- Assist in preparing planning applications, including site plans, elevations, and models.
- Support tendering by preparing technical specifications and evaluating submissions.
- Oversee construction, inspect works, approve contractor drawings, and ensure compliance with contract documents.
Safety
- Adhere to all Iarnród Éireann safety policies and procedures.
- Represent the MAP Section at internal and external meetings, ensuring corporate policy compliance.
- Fulfill Safety Responsibility Statement requirements and contribute to safety initiatives.
- Monitor safety performance, staff standards, and procedures.
Finance
- Ensure accurate recording of work hours against chargeable and non-chargeable items
Please note that the above list is not exhaustive. A full job description can be requested from HR Shared Services.
Essential Requirements
- A third level qualification in Architectural Technology or equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in an Architectural Design office
- Excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Microstation
- Have the ability to prepare rendered designs for use in photomontages.
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- A good working knowledge of Building Regulations, BC(A)R processes, Health & Safety Regulations, Disability, Accessibility and Planning laws.
- Full Driving Licence
Desirable:
- Experience in managing and delivering technical information, including drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, etc. for Architectural disciplines within projects.
- Good working knowledge of 3D modelling, BIM processes / software applications and Photoshop.
- Membership of Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
- Experience of working in a railway environment would be beneficial.
- Experience of production and management of funding applications for the National Transport Authority.
- Knowledge of the Construction Regulations.
- Ability to produce tender documentation.
- Experience and knowledge of IM technical approvals processes for track and signalling.
- Experience of new build and building refurbishment projects.
Interview Competencies:
- Demonstrated experience of holding responsibility for delivery of drawings, documentation, etc.
- Demonstrated experience of holding responsibility for managing contracts on site
- Excellent Interpersonal skills/ communications skills
- Commercial awareness
- Planning & Organisational skills.
A competency-based interview will form part of this selection process. Candidates may be shortlisted on the basis of their application/CV and relevant experience. Please ensure you clearly name your CV.
If any applicants have special requirements, please advise Shared Services when forwarding your application.
If you are interested in applying for this role, applications including CV and cover letter should be forwarded to: capitalprogrecruitment@irishrail.ie by 4pm Friday 18th April 2025.
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