Architectural Technician or Technical Architect

David Carpenter Architect; Dundee; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicoll Russell Studios Ltd invites applications for a Technician or Technical Architect to join our Dundee studio. The role is full-time and on-site, supporting design teams with detailed drawings, digital models, and technical documentation throughout projects.

Ideal candidates will have strong drafting skills in AutoCAD and Revit, UK building regulations knowledge, and ARB or equivalent professional registration, with at least five years in a Scottish practice.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to prepare detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of UK building regulations and architectural design principles.
• ARB registration or equivalent professional qualification.
• 5 years’ experience in a Scottish architectural practice.
• Excellent communication and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design information and ensure compliance with standards.
• Prepare detailed drawings, digital models, and specifications.
• Support QA processes and maintain project records.
• Collaborate with architects and designers across projects.
• Assist with project administration tasks.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Reading plans

UK building regs

Coordination

Time management

ARB registration

Education

Architectural technology diploma

ARB registration

Job description

The Technician or Technical Architect will assist project teams with coordination of design information, compliance with relevant standards & regulations, & integration of engineering and infrastructure requirements.

The Technician or Technical Architect’s role at Nicoll Russell Studios Ltd is a full-time, on-site position based in the practice's Dundee studios. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing detailed technical drawings, digital models, and specifications to support architectural and interior design projects. The Technician or Technical Architect will assist project teams with coordination of design information, compliance with relevant standards and regulations, and integration of engineering and infrastructure requirements. The role involves working closely with architects and designers, updating documentation throughout the project lifecycle, and ensuring that information is accurate and clearly presented.

The Technician or Technical Architect will also contribute to project administration tasks, support quality assurance processes, and help maintain organised digital and physical project records.

• Strong technical drafting skills using industry-standard software (AutoCAD, Revit).
• Understanding of architectural & interior design principles, building construction methods, & UK building regulations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and produce detailed plans, sections, elevations, & technical documentation.
• Effective communication & collaboration skills, with the ability to work as part of multidisciplinary project teams.
• Good organisational & time management abilities, including managing multiple tasks & meeting deadlines.
• Relevant technical qualification or diploma in architectural technology, construction, or ARB registration.
• Previous 5 year's experience in a Scottish architectural practice.
• Commitment to continuous learning, attention to detail, & a proactive approach to problem-solving & quality assurance.