Senior Architectural Technician

9B Careers; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in London is seeking a proactive Technical Architect or Technician with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience. The role involves joining the technical design team, managing large-scale residential projects, and ensuring compliance with UK building regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong design and technical skills, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a flexible attitude towards work. No sponsorship is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience across all RIBA Stages (3–7).
• Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations.
• Strong knowledge of Permitted Development Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Join the technical design team for residential projects.
• Develop and manage detailed drawing packages.
• Coordinate on-site technical delivery and contractor engagement.
• Maintain communication with the project team.

Skills

Design aptitude

Technical confidence

Strong 2D and 3D drawing skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Working knowledge of Revit

Good time management

Ability to handle multiple roles

Education

Post-Part III experience

Job description

Our client is a friendly, east London practice of around 13 people, that primarily focus on residential, commercial and masterplans. They are now looking for a full time,mature minded, energetic and proactive Technical Architect or Technician with at least 10 years post qualification experience and 5 years of site experience on large scale residential projects.

We need you to:

• Join the technical design team for residential conversion and regeneration projects.
• Develop and manage detailed drawing packages from Stage 4 through Stage 5
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and specialist subcontractors to resolve design and site challenges
• Oversee the integration of new-build and refurbishment elements, ensuring seamless coordination
• Manage design detailing, material selection, and construction sequencing
• Coordinate and oversee on-site technical delivery and contractor engagement
• Maintain excellent communication with the wider project team to ensure smooth project execution.

Candidates should:

• Demonstrate design and technical aptitude, with developing design and technical confidence;
• Have experience across all RIBA Stages (3–7), with expertise in project delivery from concept to completion.
• Have a solid understanding of UK Building Regulations and standards, including National Described Space Standards.
• Ideally have working knowledge of the Permitted Development Regulations.
• Be self-driven and motivated;
• Have a flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and the ability to handle multiple roles and responsibilities within a busy office;
• Have strong 2D and 3D drawing skills;
• Be proficient in AutoCAD and a working knowledge of Revit (or similar software).
• Be well organised with good time management;
• Have worked on projects through all RIBA work stages;
• At least 10 years of post-Part III experience.
• Have a proficient level of spoken and written English (IELTS 7-8, TOEFL iBT 94-109, TOEIC 901+ or CAMBRIDGE CPE).

No sponsorship will be offered.