Technician/Senior Technician

Rias; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary based on experience

28 days annual leave

Employer pension contribution top-up

Professional membership fees paid

CPD support and development

Job summary

Manson Associates in Edinburgh is recruiting an Architectural Technician or Senior Architectural Technician to support our bespoke housing workload across Scotland.

The role focuses on developing designs through building warrant, tender and construction stages, translating concepts into detailed, buildable solutions. Senior level involves leading technical delivery and coordinating consultants.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in architectural technology or a related construction discipline.
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of residential construction.
• Experience delivering housing projects, ideally bespoke or high-end residential developments.
• Ability to prepare accurate, coordinated technical drawings, specifications and construction details.
• Sound knowledge of Scottish Building Standards and the building warrant process.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs into coordinated, technically robust drawing packages.
• Prepare building warrant, tender and construction drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Resolve construction details, material interfaces and buildability requirements while maintaining the architectural intent.
• Coordinate architectural information with structural engineers, building services consultants and specialist suppliers.
• Apply a thorough understanding of Scottish Building Standards, construction technology and relevant technical standards.
• Support building warrant submissions and respond to verifier comments.
• Assist with technical queries during construction and attend site visits as required.
• Manage drawing revisions, project information and agreed deadlines.
• For senior appointments, lead technical delivery, review information and provide guidance to less experienced colleagues.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Residential construction

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Architectural technology qualification

Tools

Revit

Job description

Manson Associates is recruiting an Architectural Technician or Senior Architectural Technician to support our continuing workload of bespoke housing projects across Scotland.

About the role
We are seeking an experienced Architectural Technician or Senior Architectural Technician with a minimum of five years’ relevant industry experience to join our Edinburgh-based practice.

The successful candidate will have excellent technical knowledge, strong construction detailing skills and a proven ability to produce coordinated information for residential projects. The role will focus on developing bespoke housing designs through building warrant, tender and construction stages, translating architectural concepts into practical, carefully detailed solutions.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, applies a rigorous approach to technical delivery and contributes positively to a collaborative studio environment.

Appointment at senior level will reflect your experience and ability to lead technical packages, manage consultant coordination and support colleagues.

Key responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs into coordinated, technically robust drawing packages.
• Prepare building warrant, tender and construction drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Resolve construction details, material interfaces and buildability requirements while maintaining the architectural intent.
• Coordinate architectural information with structural engineers, building services consultants and specialist suppliers.
• Apply a thorough understanding of Scottish Building Standards, construction technology and relevant technical standards.
• Support building warrant submissions and respond to verifier comments.
• Assist with technical queries during construction and attend site visits as required.
• Manage drawing revisions, project information and agreed deadlines.
• For senior appointments, lead technical delivery, review information and provide guidance to less experienced colleagues.

About you
The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant qualification in architectural technology or a related construction discipline, supported by at least five years’ relevant experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and a detailed understanding of residential construction.
• Experience delivering housing projects, ideally bespoke or high-end residential developments.
• The ability to prepare accurate, coordinated technical drawings, specifications and construction details.
• A sound working knowledge of Scottish Building Standards and the building warrant process.
• Proficiency in architectural drawing and documentation software; Revit experience would be particularly advantageous.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with the wider project team.
• A practical, proactive approach and a commitment to quality and professional development.
  For the Senior Architectural Technician position, demonstrable experience managing technical packages and consultant coordination is expected.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, based on experience and ability.
• 28 days’ annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Employer pension contribution top-up.
• Professional membership fees paid by the practice.
• CPD support and opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Annual activity days.
• The opportunity to contribute to bespoke housing projects where architectural quality, technical excellence and considered detailing are central to the work.

Competitive (based on experience)

Permanent

Full time

Advert posted

2 November 2026

27 November 2026

Practice

The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland, 15 Rutland Square, Edinburgh EH1 2BE
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RIAS Offices are open from 10am until 5pm, Monday to Friday.