Senior Architectural Technologist

Penguin Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Technologist to join a multidisciplinary practice in Bedford. The successful candidate will lead the production of technical drawings, manage design projects, and ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations. This role requires strong AutoCAD skills, knowledge of construction standards, and experience in leading projects. The position offers benefits such as flexible working arrangements, a profit-share scheme, and healthcare cover after three years.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Profit-share scheme

Pension scheme

Additional day off for your birthday

Healthcare cover after three years

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an Architectural Technologist within UK practice.
• Extensive knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction detailing.
• Experience delivering residential and or commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production and coordination of detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Manage projects through technical design, planning, and construction stages.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors during construction.

Skills

Strong AutoCAD skills

Excellent communication, coordination and leadership skills

Knowledge of UK Building Regulations

Revit experience

Ability to work autonomously

Education

HNC, HND or degree in Architectural Technology

Job description

Overview

Senior Architectural Technologist

Location: Bedford

Salary: £40-45,000

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Architectural Technologist to join a well-established, award-winning multidisciplinary practice based in Bedford. Renowned for delivering high-quality, design-led projects across residential, commercial and mixed-use sectors, the practice is continuing to grow and is seeking an experienced professional to take a leading role within the technical team.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Profit-share scheme
• Pension scheme
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Healthcare cover after three years

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the production and coordination of detailed technical drawings and specifications
• Manage projects through technical design, planning, building regulations and construction stages
• Prepare and oversee planning applications and building regulations submissions
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors and internal design teams
• Attend site meetings and provide technical input during construction
• Ensure full compliance with current UK Building Regulations, standards and best practice
• Support and mentor junior team members where required

Skills and Experience

• HNC, HND or degree in Architectural Technology
• Proven experience working as an Architectural Technologist within UK practice
• Strong AutoCAD skills, with Revit experience highly desirable
• Extensive knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction detailing
• Experience delivering residential and or commercial projects
• Excellent communication, coordination and leadership skills
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment

I look forward to hearing from you!