Senior Architectural Technician and Design Manager

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary design consultancy in Greater London seeks an Architect/Senior Architectural Technician/Design Manager to lead architectural projects. Candidates should have strong BIM skills, like Revit, and a proven track record in project management within a design consultancy. This role involves mentoring junior staff and overseeing project financial management. The company promotes a collaborative environment with excellent growth opportunities in the growing consultancy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Company events

Qualifications

• Chartered status (desirable).
• Significant post-qualification experience in architectural design and delivery.
• Demonstrated experience leading architectural technology or technical delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Director of Architectural Technology.
• Undertake technical reviews of architectural projects.
• Act as Design Manager and mentor junior team members.
• Support project financial management, including budgets.
• Lead interdisciplinary design teams and represent the consultancy.

Skills

Strong client-focused approach

Innovative and solutions-led design mindset

Proven leadership and mentoring capability

Collaborative, team-oriented working style

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Education

Degree or Master’s in a relevant discipline

Tools

Revit

CAD

Job description

Architect / Senior Architectural Technician / Design Manager

Location: London (In Person)

Job Type: Full-time

About Our Client

Our client is an award‑winning, multidisciplinary design and survey consultancy operating within the critical infrastructure sector. They are trusted partners to many of the UK’s largest and most recognisable transportation organisations. The business offers a refreshingly different environment compared to large corporates, with a close‑knit, friendly, and dynamic culture. They take a flexible and collaborative approach to their people, projects, and clients.

Why This Opportunity?

The consultancy currently employs around 40 professionals across the group and has ambitious growth plans over the next two years, supported by both organic expansion and an acquisition strategy. The Architectural Technology team is expanding alongside other design disciplines, driven by strong past performance and the award of new, high‑profile schemes from an established client base. With a diverse and secure pipeline of work, they are now seeking driven individuals to support the delivery of mission‑critical infrastructure projects.

Why Join Now?

• Strong and stable business performance despite wider economic uncertainty
• Clear growth strategy with excellent long‑term career progression opportunities
• Secure workload and expanding project portfolio
• Opportunity to take on a senior, influential role within a growing consultancy

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Deputise for the Director of Architectural Technology as required
• Undertake technical reviews of architectural projects
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients, contractors, and key stakeholders
• Support business development activities, including bids, fee proposals, and new opportunities
• Act as Design Manager, coordinating architectural input with internal and external consultants
• Mentor junior team members and promote CPD activities
• Assist with resource planning, workload management, and project staffing
• Support project financial management, including budgets and fee forecasting
• Prepare and present architectural designs, reports, specifications, and technical drawings
• Undertake site surveys and support planning, building control, and assurance submissions
• Lead interdisciplinary design teams and represent the consultancy at meetings
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, CDM duties, health & safety, and quality standards

Minimum Competencies

• Strong client‑focused approach
• Innovative and solutions‑led design mindset
• Proven leadership and mentoring capability
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Collaborative, team‑oriented working style
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Required Experience

• Strong BIM capability (Revit, CAD, or equivalent)
• Previous experience as an Architect, Design Manager, or Senior Architectural Technician
• Proven track record managing projects within a design consultancy environment
• Commercial awareness with programme and resource management skills
• Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills
• Good working knowledge of UK building codes and industry standards
• Chartered status (desirable)

Qualifications

• Degree or Master’s in a relevant discipline
• Significant post‑qualification experience in architectural design and delivery
• Demonstrated experience leading architectural technology or technical delivery teams
• Experience working within or alongside engineering consultancies (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Company events