Architectural Technologist

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-related bonus

Career progression

Hybrid working hours

Free on-site parking

CPD and development support

Diverse high-quality projects

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd in Leeds (LS6) is partnering with an award-winning architectural practice to recruit an Architectural Technician / Technologist. You will join a collaborative team delivering detailed technical drawings and planning packages for residential schemes.

The role focuses on RIBA work stages 3-6, requires 3–5 years UK experience, proficiency in Revit, and good knowledge of UK Building Regulations. Hybrid working and a clear career path are offered.

Qualifications

• CIAT member or aspiring CIAT member.
• 3–5 years' experience in a UK Architectural Practice.
• Experience producing technical drawing packages and construction information.
• Proficiency in Revit highly desirable; CAD skills essential.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and detailing.
• Residential project experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Enthusiastic and keen to develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical drawings, specifications and construction information.
• Deliver projects across residential sectors and other sectors.
• Prepare planning, Building Regulations and construction drawing packages.
• Collaborate with Architects, consultants, contractors and clients.
• Support project delivery through RIBA Stages 3-6.
• Ensure technical documentation meets high standards and timelines.
• Coordinate consultant information and project documentation.
• Contribute to design development and problem solving throughout lifecycles.

Skills

Technical drawing packages

Revit

CAD skills

UK Building Regulations

Residential projects

Organization and communication

Independent and team work

Professional development

Education

CIAT member / aspiring CIAT member

Tools

Revit

CAD

Job description

Conrad Consulting are delighted to be partnering with an award-winning, design-driven Architectural Practice in Leeds (LS6), who are seeking an Architectural Technician / Technologist to join their growing team. This innovative, medium-sized practice has enjoyed over 25 years of sustained success and continues to secure a wide variety of exciting, design-led commissions across its established core sectors.

They are now looking to strengthen their technical team with a motivated Architectural Technician / Technologist who is eager to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of a diverse range of projects, with a particular focus on residential developments including housing, student accommodation, retirement living, bespoke homes and complex conversion schemes.

With strong roots across Yorkshire and a national footprint, the practice has built an impressive reputation for high-quality architecture, earning numerous awards across the Residential, Education and Leisure sectors. Their broad and loyal client base across both public and private sectors provides a consistently reliable workflow, ensuring long-term stability and resilience in an ever-changing market.

The Role & Responsibilities

The successful Architectural Technician / Technologist will play an important role in the technical delivery of projects, working closely with Architects, consultants and wider project teams across multiple RIBA work stages.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing detailed technical drawings, specifications and construction information.
• Assisting in the delivery of projects across a variety of sectors, with a strong focus on residential developments.
• Preparing planning, Building Regulations and construction drawing packages.
• Working collaboratively with Architects, consultants, contractors and clients.
• Supporting project delivery through RIBA Stages 3-6.
• Ensuring technical documentation is produced to a high standard and in accordance with project programmes.
• Assisting with coordination of consultant information and project documentation.
• Contributing to technical problem-solving and design development throughout project lifecycles.

About You

• Architectural Technician, Architectural Technologist or CIAT member/aspiring CIAT member.
• Approximately 3-5 years' experience working within a UK Architectural Practice.
• Experience producing technical drawing packages and construction information.
• Proficiency in Revit is highly desirable, with strong CAD skills also essential.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction detailing.
• Residential project experience would be advantageous, although candidates from other sectors will also be considered.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Enthusiastic, proactive and keen to continue developing professionally.

What's On Offer

• Salary of £35,000 - £40,000, dependent on experience.
• Annual profit-related bonus scheme.
• Clear and structured career progression opportunities.
• Appraisals every six months with ongoing career support.
• Flexible working hours and optional hybrid working.
• Free on-site parking.
• Regular CPD opportunities and professional development support.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-quality projects within an award-winning practice.

If you're an Architectural Technician or Technologist looking to further your career with a highly respected and design-focused practice, we'd love to hear from you.