Technical Solutions Architect - Commercial

Overview

We re looking for a Technical Solutions Architect to take a leading role in coordinating and delivering high-quality security system designs. You ll work closely with a dedicated design team, bringing strong technical expertise, a solid understanding of commercial security environments, and the ability to manage a design programme from concept through to completion. This role would suit someone with a strong understanding of security systems that can balance independent problem-solving with collaborative teamwork.

• Design Leadership & Coordination Coordinate the full project design process with internal and external teams
• Design Leadership & Coordination Act as the primary point of contact for design projects, engaging proactively with key stakeholders
• Design Leadership & Coordination Guide and support the design team throughout each stage of the design
• Design Leadership & Coordination Review and validate designs at all required checkpoints to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Technical Expertise Demonstrate a working understanding of CAD processes and effective file management
• Technical Expertise Take ownership of all engineering elements within the design
• Technical Expertise Act as a key technical expert in system design, specifications, and integration
• Technical Expertise Develop compliant, high-quality security system designs that meet all project requirements
• Technical Expertise Stay informed on emerging technologies and assess their relevance to future solutions
• Documentation & Quality Assurance Review, create, and verify essential design documents including system specifications, bills of materials, and detailed schedules
• Documentation & Quality Assurance Respond promptly to requests for information (RFIs), ensuring clarity and alignment with project specifications
• Documentation & Quality Assurance Maintain accurate records and contribute to a "lessons identified" register to support continuous improvement
• Site Engagement Conduct site visits before, during, and after design phases - including international travel where required
• Site Engagement Evaluate how design ideas match up with real-world scenarios to enhance and confirm our solutions
• Site Engagement Participate in QA/QC site visits to support installation quality, working closely with integrators and contractors
• Site Engagement Attend site visits when RFIs require on-site clarification or further investigation
• Collaboration & Communication Work closely with the wider design team to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met consistently
• Collaboration & Communication Attend internal and external design sync calls, taking minutes when required
• Collaboration & Communication Maintain all relevant professional certifications
• Collaboration & Communication Build strong relationships with third-party suppliers and internal departments to uphold standards and ensure seamless project delivery

• Essential Attention to detail in fast-paced environment
• Essential Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications
• Essential Minimum of 2 years of experience in Access Control, Intruder Alarm, and IP CCTV systems
• Essential Experience with enterprise security systems including platforms such as CCure, Lenel/S2, Gallagher, Genetec, and Honeywell
• Essential Basic understanding of network topology and parameters for design
• Essential Knowledge of survey techniques and handling of site survey data
• Essential Basic understanding of CAD
• Essential Strong communication and presentations skills
• Non-Essential Previous design experience is advantageous
• Non-Essential A basic understanding of the RIBA 8-stage design process
• Non-Essential
  
  Experience with various design management systems, such as BIM
  360, REVIT or NAVIS Works

• We are employee-owned! Here at Evolution we have a unique employee ownership model which means that our entire team owns our business. You have the opportunity to become a beneficiary of our future success. It also allows us to retain our independence and protect our company culture and values
• 25 days annual leave plus local bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Optional annual private wellbeing and health screening appointment fully funded by Evolution
• Employee assistance programme which offers 24/7 access to free health and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance from day one of employment
• Ongoing training and development