Junior Architectural Technologist/ Assistant

Penguin Recruitment; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A design consultancy specializing in residential projects is seeking an experienced Architectural Technician in Southampton. The role involves producing accurate working drawings, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and managing multiple projects. Ideal candidates will have several years of experience and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits such as a sustainable travel allowance and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Sustainable travel allowance

Annual Christmas bonus

Hybrid working after probation

Home workstation provided

Annual leave increasing to 28 days

Promotion opportunities

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in residential technical design.
• Experience with large national house builders.
• Strong knowledge of UK regulations and detailing standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate residential working drawing packages.
• Coordinate with national house builders and engineers.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations.

Skills

Technical design

Communication

AutoCAD proficiency

Time management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Architectural Technician- Residential Working Drawing Role

Location: Southampton

Salary: £28-38,000 DOE

An established architectural design consultancy specialising in the residential sector is currently seeking an experienced Architectural Technician to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in working drawing packages for national house builders. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate, regulation-compliant technical drawings, with clear opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

• Sustainable travel allowance (up to £1,000 p/a for public transport or EV use)
• Annual Christmas bonus (up to £1,000)
• Hybrid working after 4-month probation (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Home workstation provided (if separate study area is available)
• Annual leave starting at 20-22 days, increasing yearly to 28 days
• Promotion opportunities to Team Lead, Associate, or Director level

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate residential working drawing packages
• Coordinate with national house builders, engineers, and consultants
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and NHBC standards
• Support projects through design, technical, and construction stages
• Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
• Contribute to internal reviews and technical quality

Ideal Candidate

• Overall several years' experience in residential technical design
• Proven work with large national house builders
• Strong knowledge of UK regulations and detailing standards
• Proficient in AutoCAD (Revit a bonus)
• Excellent technical accuracy and time management
• Strong communicator and team collaborator
• Ambitious and motivated to progress into leadership roles

To apply, please contact KAZ on 01792365003 OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to [e-mail] I hope to hear from you soon!