Architectural Technologist

P+HS Architects; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Flexible working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Professional fees paid

Health and wellbeing scheme

Profit share scheme

Job summary

P+HS Architects in Leeds is seeking an experienced Architectural Technologist to lead and support technical delivery across all RIBA stages, from concept to completion. This hands-on role requires coordinating project teams, mentoring juniors, and ensuring compliance with building regulations.

You will collaborate with clients, consultants and contractors, prepare drawings and specifications, undertake site visits, and manage statutory approvals while maintaining rigorous QA procedures.

Qualifications

• Willing to become a member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (ACIAT).
• Working towards a BSc or equivalent degree in Architectural Technology, or HNC/HND qualifications.
• Willing to work towards MCIAT accreditation if not yet obtained.
• Hold a current CSCS card or be willing to obtain one promptly.
• Experience in a similar technical role managing projects and teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction, health & safety legislation, planning standards, and UK building regs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, adaptable attitude, responsive to evolving project needs.
• Commitment to personal and team professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams, managing technical delivery across all RIBA stages.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Prepare and deliver drawings, specifications, schedules and reports.
• Undertake surveys and site visits as required.
• Manage statutory approvals, including Planning and Building Regulations.
• Maintain strong client, consultant and contractor relationships.
• Plan resources, monitor progress, and manage budgets and fees.
• Ensure QA procedures and deliverables at each stage.
• Provide regular feedback to team members.
• Participate in technical reviews, meetings, and events.
• Travel to other offices as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable attitude

Team mentoring

Project coordination

Education

BSc in Architectural Technology

HNC/HND qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

At P+HS Architects, our passion lies in creating spaces that enhance people’s lives. For over 40 years, we’ve brought energy, enthusiasm, and expertise to every project we undertake, whatever the scale or sector.

Our primary expertise is in designing for people, with a particular focus on the residential and healthcare sectors. Our work includes affordable housing, private homes, specialist living for older adults, acute healthcare, integrated care, and mental health environments.

We champion accessible routes into architecture, run STEAM outreach initiatives to promote diversity in the profession, and donate our time and expertise to local charities. Health and wellbeing are central to our practice.

We’re an ambitious and growing practice constantly challenging ourselves to seek personal and professional growth. Our commitment to enhancing people’s lives extends to our employees creating a great place to work, with employee development at our heart, supporting our team to grow rewarding careers while delivering work they care about.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced, passionate and purpose-driven Architectural Technologist to join our talented team, leading and supporting the technical delivery of exciting projects across all RIBA design stages from concept to completion. This is a hands‑on, technical role, with responsibility for managing, mentoring, and inspiring a project team.

You’ll work closely with clients, consultants, and contractors, ensuring projects are technically sound, well‑coordinated, and delivered to the highest standards.

Job Requirements

• Willing to become a member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (ACIAT)
• Working towards a BSc or equivalent degree in Architectural Technology, or HNC/HND qualifications
• If not already obtained, you should be willing to work towards MCIAT accreditation
• You must hold a current CSCS card, or be willing to immediately obtain one
• Experience in a similar technical role managing projects and project teams
• Strong technical knowledge of relevant construction, health & safety legislation, planning standards, and UK building regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Revit
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, adaptable attitude, able to respond to evolving project needs
• Commitment to personal and team professional development

Job Responsibilities

• Lead project teams, managing the technical delivery of projects through all RIBA stages.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Prepare and deliver drawings, specifications, schedules and reports, or project manage the team to deliver these.
• Undertake surveys and site visits as required.
• Manage statutory approvals, including Planning and Building Regulations.
• Maintain strong relationships and liaise with clients throughout all projects.
• Plan resources, monitor progress, and manage project budgets and fee expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with practice QA procedures and key deliverables at each project stage.
• Provide regular, supportive feedback to team members.
• Participate in technical reviews, team meetings, and practice-wide events.
• Travel to other offices as required.

Diversity and Inclusion

At P+HS, our commitment to enhancing lives extends to our people. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.

We aim to create a welcoming, fair, and supportive interview process. Please let us know if you have any requirements or adjustments, we’re happy to accommodate.

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows that women, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodiverse people, and those from ethnic minority backgrounds often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the criteria. At P+HS, we value potential and attitude as much as experience.

If you’re passionate about creating architecture that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Benefits

• Pension
• flexible working
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown
• professional fees paid
• health and wellbeing scheme
• profit share scheme

Salary

26000 - 47000 GBP (yearly)