Senior Architectural Technician

Technical Moves; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Architect to join a thriving commercial team in Bedford. The ideal candidate will take on a leadership role, guiding projects through all RIBA stages while ensuring technical excellence. Candidates should possess at least 8 years of experience in commercial architecture and proficiency in AutoCAD, along with a solid understanding of UK building regulations. Competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and a robust benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Profit Share Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Comprehensive healthcare/travel insurance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial, industrial, or educational sectors.
• Deep understanding of UK Building Regulations and planning system.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects, manage deadlines, act as point of contact.
• Translate ideas into Planning, Tender, and Construction sets.
• Independently attend site visits and meetings.

Skills

Technical excellence in project delivery

Leadership in architectural projects

Collaboration with external consultants

Site presence and management

Education

RIBA Part 3/ARB Qualified or MCIAT

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling software

Revit

SketchUp

Photoshop

Job description

Overview

Take Your Next Big Step in Commercial Architecture. Are you a technical expert with a passion for seeing complex designs through to completion? Our client is looking for a Senior Architect or Senior Technologist to join our thriving Commercial team in Bedford. If you thrive on the challenge of high-stakes industrial, retail, and logistics projects and take pride in delivering flawless construction packages, we want to hear from you. As a Senior member of the team, you won’t just be drawing; you’ll be leading. You will work across all RIBA stages (1-6), with a specific focus on the technical "sharp end"—producing detailed construction information and managing works on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Projects: Manage key deadlines and act as the primary point of contact for clients and consultants.
• Technical Excellence: Translate initial ideas into robust Planning, Tender, and Construction sets.
• Collaborate & Coordinate: Check and integrate information from external consultants to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Site Presence: Independently attend site visits and meetings across London, the Midlands, and the Home Counties.

Who You Are

You are a highly skilled professional who enjoys the "how" as much as the "why." You have a track record in commercial architecture and are comfortable balancing creative thinking with technical precision.

Your Essentials

• Qualification: RIBA Part 3/ARB Qualified or MCIAT.
• Experience: Minimum 8+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial, industrial, or educational sectors.
• Software Savvy: High proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D modelling. (Knowledge of Revit, SketchUp, and Photoshop is a major plus).
• Expert Knowledge: A deep understanding of UK Building Regulations, the planning system, and NBS specifications.

Why Join?

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary plus a Profit Share Scheme.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and a bonus birthday day off.
• Health & Future: Pension scheme, life assurance, and comprehensive healthcare/travel insurance (after 3 years).
• Growth: Work on high-profile projects across the UK within a supportive, well-established multidisciplinary team.

Ready to Lead?

If your portfolio demonstrates a blend of design strength and technical resolution, we want to see it.