Senior Architectural Technologist

Overview
If you’re the person everyone goes to when drawings get messy, approvals get sticky, or coordination gets complicated, keep reading.

This is not a support role. This is not a “just redlines” job. This is a technical leadership seat.

We’re looking for a Senior Architectural Technologist who can take complex projects from design intent to built reality and keep quality, compliance, and coordination airtight along the way. You’ll lead the technical side of projects, mentor a strong team, and act as the calm, competent adult in the room when details matter most. And they do.

Why This Role Exists
Our projects are growing in scale and complexity. That means we need someone who can:

Own the technical delivery end to end

Set the bar for documentation and compliance

Coordinate confidently across consultants and contractors

Coach and elevate the technologists around them

If you thrive at the intersection of design integrity, buildability, and leadership, this is your lane.

What You’ll Be Responsible For
Technical Leadership and Design Delivery

Lead technical design across all project phases from concept through construction

Translate design intent into coordinated, buildable, cost-effective solutions

Produce and oversee detailed construction drawings, specifications, and schedules

Set and uphold technical quality standards across projects

Review and approve technical documentation prior to issue

Regulatory and Compliance Leadership

Ensure compliance with building codes, planning conditions, fire safety, accessibility, and statutory requirements

Lead engagement with building control bodies, fire engineers, and regulators

Resolve complex approval and compliance challenges

Stay current on legislative changes and industry best practices

BIM and Digital Delivery

Lead BIM delivery in line with office and project strategies

Define BIM execution plans, standards, and information requirements

Coordinate architectural models with structural, MEP, and specialist consultants

Lead clash detection and technical coordination reviews

Project and Consultant Coordination

Act as the primary technical interface for consultants, contractors, and clients

Coordinate architectural information across multidisciplinary teams

Participate in and lead technical coordination meetings

Review consultant and contractor information for alignment with design intent

Construction Phase Support

Lead responses to RFIs and technical queries

Review and approve shop drawings and technical submittals

Attend site meetings, inspections, and defect reviews

Support contract administration and technical risk management

Team Leadership and Mentorship

Lead, mentor, and support junior and intermediate technologists

Allocate work, manage workloads, and support development

Conduct drawing reviews and provide clear, constructive feedback

Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and performance development

Project and Risk Management

Manage technical delivery within programme, budget, and quality constraints

Identify and mitigate technical, regulatory, and coordination risks

Support fee proposals and resourcing plans

Contribute to continuous improvement and lessons learned

What You Bring
Technical Expertise

Advanced knowledge of construction technology, materials, and building systems

Strong command of building regulations, fire strategy, accessibility, and compliance

High-level proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit

Strong understanding of BIM coordination and information delivery

Knowledge of sustainability strategies and building performance is a plus

Leadership and Professional Skills

Proven experience leading technical teams and complex projects

Clear, confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability

Detail-driven, organized, and quality-focused

Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines

Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented

Qualifications and Experience

Degree or diploma in Architectural Technology, Building Technology, or related discipline

Typically, 7 or more years of professional experience

Extensive experience delivering projects through technical and construction stages

Strong working knowledge of local approval…