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ACT is seeking an architectural technician to join its team in Ballina, Ireland.

Are you an architectural technician looking to work in a bold, creative, young practice that is expanding the role of architecture to meet the challenges of today?

This is your opportunity!

ACT is an award-winning practice of architects, designers and policy specialists whose mission it is to help build a more sustainable future for people and planet through the development of exemplary sustainable buildings and urban spaces.

Our projects aim to inspire others and demonstrate the Green Transition on all scales of the built environment. We design buildings, infrastructure, urban space to minimise negative environmental impact and maximised social and environmental value and are keen to collaborate with others who share our ambition for the future.

We are now looking for an architectural technician to join our team in Ballina on Ireland’s West Coast.

The successful candidate will work closely with the team on a range of exciting, design-led residential and public projects, and will be involved across all project stages, from concept to site. The successful candidate will be supported with training in sustainable practices in a position that offers a clear pathway for professional progression.

The ideal candidate will have:

• five to ten years’ professional experience, including significant onsite experience
• proficiency in preparing detailed construction and tender drawings
• excellent working knowledge of Irish Building Regulations and BCAR
• interest in building sustainability and circularity
• a keen eye for detail and commitment to high-quality, buildable solutions
• the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• the right to work in Ireland at the time of application

Optional but beneficial qualities include:

• PSDP (Project Supervisor Design Process) experience
• experience with conservation and working on protected structures
• experience in developing and submitting planning applications
• experience in LCA

You will contribute to:

• developing detailed technical drawings and specifications
• supporting design development and construction documentation
• coordinating with consultants, contractors, and fabricators
• engaging with regulatory compliance and planning requirements
• managing later stage projects
• helping realise inspiring and sustainable designs on the ground

Our workflow includes the use of:

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Adobe InDesign
• Microsoft Office

If you are interested, please submit your cover letter, CV, and portfolio (max 10MB) via the apply for job button below with the title ‘Work at ACT – architectural technician’ in the subject line.

We look forward to hearing from you!

www.act.ie