Architectural Technician​/Technologist

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of architectural design services by contributing to technical outputs across multiple project stages.
• Produce accurate and high-quality technical drawings, specifications, and construction information in line with project requirements.
• Prepare and submit Planning and Building Control applications, ensuring all statutory approvals are obtained in a timely manner. The Senior Architectural Technician/Technologist will play a key role across all stages of design and project delivery. Responsibilities include leading project teams, coordinating multidisciplinary inputs, and producing high quality technical information, as well as working independently when required. The role also encompasses site inspections and technical support to ensure construction projects are delivered to agreed targets and comply fully with relevant policies, standards, and legislation.
• Act as project lead where appropriate and liaise with and coordinate other professional teams across all RIBA work stages.
• Develop designs and produce detailed technical drawings, specifications, and construction information to a high‑quality professional standard.
• Operate independently on assigned projects and provide management, supervision, and guidance to team members working under your direction.
• Undertake design and technical reviews of projects within the design team as required.
• Support junior team members by providing guidance, mentoring and reviewing their work.
• Travel regularly to client and consultant offices, as well as construction sites, as required by project needs.
• Identify and help develop new business opportunities to support the growth of the organisation.
• Demonstrate personal commitment to the Norse Way CSR strategy.

• Proficient in Revit (essential) with working knowledge of Autodesk 2D drafting software.
• Experience using the NBS Chorus specification platform is desirable.
• Strong design, technical and construction understanding with the ability to apply this knowledge effectively in project work.
• Good awareness of UK Building Regulations, the Building Safety Act and general construction methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a design team, contributing positively to shared deadlines and project outcomes.
• Solid technical detailing skills relevant to both new‑build and existing‑building projects.
• A proactive and positive approach, with enthusiasm for learning, problem‑solving and working as part of a team.
• Working toward CIAT or an equivalent professional accreditation is desirable; training and funding support are available.
• Professional accreditation such as CIAT (or progress toward accreditation/chartership) is preferred, or other appropriate technical qualifications and competencies expected of a senior role.
• Extensive experience leading and delivering complex construction projects from early concept stages through to completion.
• Good experience of working on educational projects.

• Company pension and sickness scheme.
• Professional fees are funded.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Access to company discounts and benefits.
• Access to professional qualification and further education.
• Ongoing support and development opportunities for all staff.

South West Norse is part of the wider Norse Group, offering the benefits of a locally based team supported by the knowledge, expertise and resources of a national organisation. Based in Exeter, the team delivers projects across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. We are a collaborative practice with a broad range of experience, providing opportunities to contribute meaningfully to project delivery across a wide range of RIBA Stages.

South West Norse is also committed to supporting emerging talent, working closely with apprentices and work‑placement students.

Our work is primarily focused on the education sector, spanning early years, primary and secondary schools, further and higher education and SEND provision. Alongside this, we deliver a diverse range of projects across other commercial sectors for public and private clients, offering a varied, stimulating and rewarding workload.

£23,000 – £33,000 per annum, dependent on experience. 37 hours per week (working 9‑5 with flexible working arrangements). 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays.

£30,000 – £46,000 per annum, dependent on experience. 37 hours per week (working 9‑5 with flexible working arrangements).

An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate; payment will be met by the employer. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please submit your application as early as possible.