Architectural Technician

Locri Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Bespoke residential projects exposure

Technical development opportunities

Exposure to complex projects

Collaboration with senior architects

Job summary

Locri Recruitment is recruiting for an Architectural Technician or technically focused Architect in Chelsea, London. The role demands strong technical detailing, planning drawings, and close collaboration with senior architects, consultants and contractors.

The successful candidate will produce high-quality technical information from planning through to completion, develop bespoke construction solutions, and ensure compliance with Building Regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architectural Technology or Architecture required.
• Minimum five years post-qualification experience or exceptional technical ability.
• Strong technical and construction detailing experience required.
• Excellent AutoCAD skills with Xrefs and structured layering.
• Proven ability to develop bespoke technical details and understand UK Building Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare planning and technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Produce detailed construction information and coordinated drawing packages.
• Develop bespoke construction details from first principles.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors and manufacturers.
• Research construction methods, materials and products.
• Undertake site visits, inspections and snagging.
• Prepare project specifications using NBS Chorus.
• Produce SketchUp models and technical visual material.
• Maintain project documentation and technical records.
• Assist with smaller projects, including space planning and technical layouts.
• Ensure design quality and compliance with Building Regulations are maintained throughout projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Construction detailing

English proficiency

Project coordination

Attention to detail

UK Building Regulations

Education

Degree in Architectural Technology

Degree in Architecture

Tools

NBS Chorus

SketchUp

Revit

Photoshop

Job description

Architectural Technician / Technically Focused Architect

Location: Chelsea, London
Salary: £30,000–£45,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm
Contract: Permanent or Contract

About the Company

An established and award-winning architecture practice based in Chelsea is looking to appoint a talented Architectural Technician or technically focused Architect to join its growing team.

The practice has a strong reputation for delivering bespoke, high-end residential projects for discerning private clients, combining design quality with technical excellence and a strong understanding of construction.

About the Role

This position would suit a technically minded Architectural Technician, Architectural Technologist or Architect with a genuine passion for construction, detailing and technical design.

You will play an integral role within the project team, producing high-quality technical information and developing bespoke construction solutions from planning through to completion. You will work closely with senior architects, consultants, contractors and manufacturers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare planning and technical drawings using AutoCAD
• Produce detailed construction information and coordinated drawing packages
• Develop bespoke construction details from first principles
• Liaise with consultants, contractors and manufacturers
• Research construction methods, materials and products
• Undertake site visits, inspections and snagging
• Prepare project specifications using NBS Chorus
• Produce SketchUp models and technical visual material
• Maintain project documentation and technical records
• Assist with smaller projects, including space planning and technical layouts
• Ensure design quality and compliance with Building Regulations are maintained throughout projects

About You

• Degree in Architectural Technology or Architecture
• Minimum five years' post-qualification experience, unless recently qualified with exceptional technical ability
• Strong technical and construction detailing experience
• Excellent AutoCAD skills, including Xrefs and structured layering
• Proven ability to develop bespoke technical details
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction methods
• Experience with NBS Chorus and SketchUp
• Basic Adobe Photoshop proficiency
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• High-end residential experience is highly desirable
• Revit experience is desirable
• Genuine interest in construction, craftsmanship and technical design
• Open to both permanent/PAYE and contract applicants

Benefits

• Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm
• Excellent opportunity for career progression
• Opportunity to work on exceptional bespoke residential projects
• Strong technical and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to high-quality, complex architectural projects
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced architects and senior team members

Contact

Charlotte Lambert
[e-mail]