Junior Architectural Technologist

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected architectural practice is seeking Junior and Graduate Architectural Technologists to join their team in Wakefield. This position focuses on care sector design and provides hands-on experience across all project stages. Ideal candidates will have a degree, strong AutoCAD skills, and a passion for healthcare design. Benefits include competitive leave, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

29 days annual leave including bank holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

Regular training opportunities

Annual summer social event

Supportive team culture

Chance to work on socially valuable projects

Qualifications

• Recently qualified or early-career Architectural Technologist.
• Competent in AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the development of design and technical drawing packages.
• Supporting planning and building regulations submissions.
• Producing detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication skills

Education

Degree, HNC or HND in Architecture

Job description

Graduate/Junior Architectural Technologist

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £26-28,000 DOE

A respected architectural practice is looking to add Junior and Graduate Architectural Technologists to its team. Specialising in care sector design—including care homes, supported living, and dementia-friendly environments—the practice is known for delivering thoughtful, high-quality solutions tailored to complex user needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on meaningful projects that positively impact people's lives. You will gain hands-on experience across all project stages, develop your technical and design skills, and benefit from ongoing support and training. Applicants should be local to Wakefield or able to commute reliably.

Benefits:

• 29 days annual leave including bank holidays
• An extra gifted day off for your birthday
• Regular training opportunities
• Annual summer social event
• Supportive, close-knit team culture with a focus on professional development
• The chance to work on socially valuable, user-centred projects

Daily Duties:

• Assisting with the development of design and technical drawing packages
• Supporting planning and building regulations submissions
• Producing detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD and Revit
• Collaborating with consultants and other stakeholders
• Participating in site visits, surveys, and on-site coordination
• Gaining exposure to dementia-friendly and inclusive design practices

Ideal Candidate:

• Recently qualified or early-career Architectural Technologist (degree, HNC, or HND level)
• Competent in AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit is highly desirable
• Interested in healthcare, inclusive, or care sector design
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Detail-oriented and eager to learn
• Based in or able to commute to Wakefield

To apply, please call KAZ on (phone number removed) OR send your updated CV and Portfolio to [email address]. We look forward to hearing from you soon.