Architectural Technician for prestigious London Based Practice

Zesty Work; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Healthcare plan enrollment

Hybrid work structure

Job summary

Zesty Work in London seeks an Architectural Technician/Technologist with conservation sector experience to join a dynamic technical staff team. You will translate design concepts into tangible, sustainable structures, leading or supporting projects from conception through delivery.

You will work with interdisciplinary teams, manage design development, and ensure timely, budget-conscious outcomes. Excellent AutoCAD/Revit/SketchUp skills and strong client engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Professional degree and post-qualification experience in architectural tech/delivery.
• Experience in technical design and delivery for conservation projects.
• Strong communication and team coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify building projects according to current guidelines, standards and regulations.
• Manage projects through planning, building regulations and other required consents.
• Independently lead multidisciplinary design teams on small, technically focused projects.
• Serve as the technical lead within multidisciplinary teams on small to medium projects.
• Support the management and technical delivery of complex, high‑risk projects.
• Oversee external consultants as part of the design team and ensure quality.
• Engage proactively with clients to provide high‑quality service within constraints.
• Lead discussions on technical and related issues.

Skills

Technical design knowledge

Multidisciplinary coordination

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Photoshop

InDesign

MS Office

Job description

Architectural Technician for prestigious London Based Practice

London, England, United Kingdom

£ 35,000.00 - 45,000.00 (British Pound Sterling)

Job Openings Architectural Technician for prestigious London Based Practice

About the job Architectural Technician for prestigious London Based Practice

Architectural Technician for prestigious London Based Practice

Permanent

About the Role

Our client is momentarily seeking a seasoned and experienced Architectural Technician/Technologist with aspirations to build their portfolio and experience within the conservation sector. In this role you will be reporting to partners within the Technical Staff department, providing a pivotal role in translating design concepts into tangible, functional, and sustainable structures. You will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the seamless integration of innovative design principles with practical construction solutions. You will be responsible for detailed design, specification, and project management, either leading or supporting, depending on the project's size, complexity, and scale. You will work within multidisciplinary design teams from the initial conception through detailed design, tender, and on-site delivery, ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality project completion in line with the practices standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify building projects according to current guidelines, standards, and regulations.


• Manage projects through planning, building regulations, and other required consents.


• Independently lead multidisciplinary design teams on small, technically focused projects, ensuring timely, budget-conscious delivery that meets the companies and client quality expectations.


• Serve as the technical lead within multidisciplinary teams on small to medium-sized projects, supporting senior colleagues.


• Support the management and technical delivery of complex, high-risk projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the expected quality standards.


• Oversee external consultants as part of the design team, ensuring performance standards are met and quality is maintained.


• Engage proactively with clients to provide high-quality service within commercial constraints.


• Lead discussions on technical and related issues.


• Assist in forward fee forecasting, invoicing, and monitoring project profitability.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Professionally qualified with a relevant degree (or equivalent) and post-qualification experience.


• Developing a track record in technical design and delivery within sectors relevant to our client.


• Experience working for a range of clients and service users.


• Capable of supporting the organisation, guidance, and leadership of multidisciplinary design teams.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Knowledgeable in the application, principles, theory, and practice of technical design and delivery.


• Understanding of other building and engineering-related disciplines or requirements for effective design, coordination, and delivery of projects.


• Ability to apply technical judgement to ensure project compliance with design standards.


• Understanding of the design and construction business.


• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, and Microsoft Office.

What You Get Back

Competitive salary / package.

Flexible work structure, with hybrid role elements.

Central location, close to transport links and local amenities.

Close-knit, supportive team environment.

Company pension scheme.

Enrollment to the company’s healthcare plan.

24 days of holiday with opportunity to increase with rapport (excluding bank holidays).

Excellent CPD program with tentative support and training.