Technical Architects

Architecture Social; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Life assurance

20 days holiday rising to 25

Christmas shutdown

Enhanced parental leave

Team events

Job summary

Architecture Social Limited is recruiting a technically minded Architect to lead delivery on major projects in London, driving technical design from the 3rd through to completion on site. The role emphasizes precision, buildability, and collaboration with consultants and contractors.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for enforcing design intent, coordinating packages, and mentoring junior staff as the practice routes you toward Associate level on a strong project pipeline.

Qualifications

• ARB-registered Architect with 3+ years PQE.
• Strong track record delivering technical packages on large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and delivery across RIBA Stages 4–5, with involvement in late Stage 3 and Stage 6.
• Produce and coordinate detailed technical packages, including façades, envelope, interiors and fit-out.
• Coordinate structural, MEP and specialist consultant information, managing interfaces and clash resolution.
• Review contractor and subcontractor design submissions and shop drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with Building Regulations, fire strategy and the Building Safety Act.
• Mentor junior team members and champion technical quality and best practice across the studio.

Skills

ARB-registered Architect

Technical leadership

Project delivery

Tools

Revit

Job description

Technical Architects | 3+ Years PQE | RIBA Stages 4+ | London Competitive Salary + Discretionary Bonus, Hybrid Working, Enhanced Pension, Christmas Shutdown, Enhanced Parental Leave & More!

Are you the person your team relies on to turn a strong design into a building that works? This multi-award-winning practice is known for high-quality, sustainable architecture, and they are looking for technically minded Architects to lead delivery on some of its most significant projects. People tend to stay here, with an average tenure of around six years, and the practice develops its own people rather than hiring senior staff from outside. If you're ready to step up towards Associate level, there's a real route to get there.

With one of the strongest project pipelines in the market, they need experienced Architects with 3+ years' PQE who are comfortable taking projects from technical design right through to completion on site. It's a great opportunity for someone who loves the detail, enjoys solving complex interfaces and wants to be recognised as a technical lead within a respected studio.

The Role

You'll lead the technical delivery of large-scale projects across RIBA Stages 4+, making sure design intent is carried through into coordinated, buildable construction information. You'll be the technical point of contact for consultants, contractors and specialist subcontractors. You'll also review packages, resolve design and buildability issues, and support the team through construction. At the more senior end, you'll help set technical standards, mentor others and take on the leadership responsibilities that lead to Associate position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and delivery across RIBA Stages 4–5, with involvement in late Stage 3 and Stage 6.
• Produce and coordinate detailed technical packages, including façades, envelope, interiors and fit-out.
• Coordinate structural, MEP and specialist consultant information, managing interfaces and clash resolution.
• Review contractor and subcontractor design submissions and shop drawings.
• Make sure designs comply with Building Regulations, fire strategy and the Building Safety Act.
• Manage technical deliverables, information release and drawing registers against the programme.
• Support the team on site, respond to RFIs and resolve technical issues during construction.
• Mentor junior team members and champion technical quality and best practice across the studio.

Requirements

• ARB-registered Architect with 3+ years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong track record delivering technical packages on larger-scale projects through Stages 4–5.
• Excellent knowledge of construction detailing, materials, façade systems and building technology.
• Sound understanding of Building Regulations, fire safety and the Building Safety Act.
• Experience coordinating consultant teams and working with contractors under D&B procurement.
• Proficient in Revit.
• Confident communicator with the ambition to grow into a technical leadership role.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary and a discretionary bonus scheme.
• Life assurance.
• 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising by one day each year to a maximum of 25.
• Christmas shutdown.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave.
• First Friday drinks, summer and winter parties, and sports and social events and more!

If you're a technically strong Architect who wants to lead delivery on standout projects and take a real step towards Associate level, get in touch today.