Architect or Architectural Technologist

Planning Recruitment Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Competitive salary and benefits package

Regular social events and team-building activities

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Job summary

Planning Recruitment Limited is seeking a talented Architect or Architectural Technologist with at least 2 years’ experience. The role focuses on conservation, classical, and traditional architecture across various sectors. Candidates should have strong technical detailing experience and an interest in heritage architecture.

This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, competitive salary, and opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification professional experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction detailing and building methods.
• Understanding of UK planning policy, building regulations, and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and technical delivery of projects.
• Produce high-quality technical detailing and drawing packages.
• Ensure compliance with UK building regulations.
• Work collaboratively within a design-led studio environment.

Skills

Technical knowledge of construction detailing

Communication skills

Design skills

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

ArchiCAD

Job description

Conservation, Classical & Traditional Architecture | AJ100 Practice

My client, an award-winning AJ100 architectural practice, is seeking a talented Architect or Architectural Technologist with 2+ years’ post-qualification experience to join their growing team working on conservation, classical, and traditional build projects across the residential, public building, historic building, and new build sectors.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected, design-led studio renowned for delivering beautifully crafted architecture that combines traditional design principles with technical excellence. The role would suit a creative and technically capable individual looking to further develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will ideally have strong technical detailing experience and a genuine interest in conservation, heritage, and traditionally inspired architecture. You will contribute across multiple RIBA stages and should possess a solid understanding of construction detailing, UK building regulations, and project delivery processes.

The position would suit someone who is confident working both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, with a proactive attitude and excellent attention to detail. Experience using ArchiCAD would be advantageous, although training can be provided.

Previous experience in classical or traditional architecture is not essential; however, an appreciation and interest in traditional design principles, conservation, and historic architecture would be highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and technical delivery of conservation, classical, and traditional architecture projects across multiple RIBA stages
• Produce high-quality technical detailing and drawing packages
• Coordinate project information with consultants, contractors, and wider design teams
• Support planning, technical, and construction phase project delivery
• Ensure compliance with UK building regulations, conservation requirements, and construction standards
• Work collaboratively within a design-led studio environment
• Assist in maintaining project quality, programme, and technical accuracy

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification professional experience
• Strong technical knowledge of construction detailing and building methods
• Experience working across a range of RIBA stages
• Understanding of UK planning policy, building regulations, and construction processes
• Strong design, technical, and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working independently and within collaborative teams
• Willingness to travel within the UK when required
• Experience working on conservation, heritage, or traditionally designed projects
• Knowledge or appreciation of classical and traditional architecture
• Experience using ArchiCAD

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on beautifully designed conservation, heritage, and traditional architecture projects
• Hybrid working arrangement (3 days in the office / 2 days from home)
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Regular social events and team‑building activities
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative, and design‑focused studio culture

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established AJ100 practice recognised for its high‑quality architectural work, collaborative approach, and commitment to professional development.

Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended only as a guide and does not preclude applications from candidates who can demonstrate the relevant skills and experience required for the role.

If you meet the criteria above, please apply with a copy of your CV and portfolio to be considered. Due to the high volume of applications received, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your details will be retained for future suitable opportunities in accordance with GDPR regulations.