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Senior Architectural Technician

Penguin Recruitment

Cardiff

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GBP 38,000 - 42,000

Full time

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Job summary

An established industry player in design consultancy is seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join their Cardiff team. This role is pivotal for a confident technician ready to lead the technical delivery of diverse residential projects. As the technical lead, you will manage design work, ensure compliance with regulations, and mentor junior team members. This opportunity offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will shape project outcomes and enhance design excellence across various housing schemes. If you are passionate about architecture and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Substantial post-qualification experience in a technical role within the residential sector.
  • High level of proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical delivery of residential projects from concept to completion.
  • Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and housing standards.

Skills

Technical leadership
Communication skills
Problem-solving abilities
Construction techniques understanding
Project management
Mentoring junior team members

Education

Relevant degree in Architectural Technology
HNC/HND in Architectural Technology

Tools

Revit
AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Architectural Technician

Location: Cardiff

Salary: 38-42,000 (dependent on experience)

Reference: SFCARD06

A leading design consultancy is looking to recruit a Senior Architectural Technician to join its Cardiff-based team. This is a key role for a confident and experienced technician who is ready to lead the technical delivery of residential projects from concept to completion. The RIBA-chartered practice works across the commercial, residential, education and leisure sectors.

The successful Senior Architectural Technician will be the technical lead on a diverse range of housing schemes, including both private and affordable residential developments. You will play an integral role in shaping project outcomes, managing detailed design work and ensuring seamless coordination across teams and stakeholders.

Skills, Responsibilities and Experience for the role of Senior Architectural Technician:
  • Relevant degree or an HNC/HND in Architectural Technology
  • Substantial post-qualification experience in a technical role within the residential sector
  • Oversee the production of detailed drawings and technical packages
  • Act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants and contractors
  • Provide technical leadership throughout all project stages, particularly RIBA Stages 3-5
  • Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and housing standards
  • Supervise and mentor junior team members
  • Lead coordination of multidisciplinary inputs to ensure design and delivery excellence
  • High level of proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
  • Strong understanding of construction techniques, detailing and material specifications
  • Confident managing project timelines and leading design coordination
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
  • Familiarity with planning policy, building standards and sustainable design principles

To apply for this role, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to (url removed). I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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