Technical Architect Making the Move to Client Side - Social Housing Projects

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading East London social housing developer is seeking a qualified Technical Architect to transition to a client-side role within their design team. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale projects, ensuring high-quality living standards and collaboration with contractors and consultants for effective project delivery.

Benefits

Flexibility to work with architecture practice

Opportunity to work on large scale projects

Supported route from architecture to client side

Qualifications

• Recently qualified architect with focus on transitioning from traditional architecture to client-side role.
• Experience with tall residential buildings and construction site exposure is preferred.
• Proactive attitude with ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and developing technical drawings and documentation in Revit.
• Coordinating design input from architects and engineers.
• Ensuring compliance with building safety and fire safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Teamwork

Knowledge of UK Building Safety Regulations

Education

ARB registered

0–3 years post-Part III experience

Tools

Revit

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slough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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Job Description:

A leading East London based social housing developer is seeking a recently qualified architect to join their new in-house design team. This is a unique opportunity for a driven individual looking to transition from traditional architecture into a client-side role, working directly with a developer committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and sustainable homes for London.

This role will report to a Senior Architect who is being hired in parallel to this opportunity, an exciting time as the developer grows their in-house design team.

Key Requirements:

• ARB registered with 0–3 years post-Part III experience
• Proficient in Revit
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK Building Safety Regulations and fire safety standards
• Demonstrated experience working on tall residential buildings
• Exposure to construction sites and understanding of the build process
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently
• Confident working in multidisciplinary teams and liaising with external consultants
• The right to work in the UK

Role Responsibilities:

• Drafting and developing technical drawings and documentation in Revit
• Coordinating design input from architects, engineers, and specialist consultants
• Working closely with contractors to ensure design intent is delivered on site
• Identifying and resolving design and construction issues efficiently
• Ensuring compliance with building safety and fire safety standards throughout the project lifecycle
• Supporting the development of high-rise residential schemes from design through delivery
• Attending site meetings and providing technical input during construction phases

What's On Offer:

• A supported route from architecture to client side
• Opportunity to work on site for large scale projects
• Flexibility to work in an architecture practice that the developer often collaborates with on projects, the practice is based in Hackney

This is an ideal role for a recently qualified architect ready to take ownership, step into a broader role, and make a meaningful impact a the social housing developer. You’ll be joining a passionate team working at the heart of housing delivery and design quality for London.