Senior Technical Architect​/Technician or Technologist

Senior Technical Architect/ Technician or Technologist

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and diligent Senior Technical Architect / Senior Technician / Senior Technologist to join our RIBA Chartered practice in Yeovil or London offices on a permanent basis. As part of this role, you will get a chance to work on a variety of projects types and scales within our residential and commercial sectors.

• Technical leadership across projects.
• Production of all technical design information required for project delivery including specifications, tender packages, and detailed construction drawings (RIBA 4-7)
• Opportunities to lead and coordinate project teams of architects, assistants, technicians and technologists, depending on project requirements.
• Actively engage with Clients, Consultants, Contractors, and other construction professionals. Present works, chair meetings including agenda setting and minute writing.
• Producing and delivering project programmes.
• Contract administration / employers agent duties, including inspection of construction works on site.
• Opportunity for the creation and development of design proposals including preparation of designs for planning applications (RIBA 0-3)
• Lead and maintain high technical standards across projects, undertaking technical reviews and supporting quality assurance procedures.
• Carry out Designer CDM duties.
• Undertake Designer (and where appropriate, Principal Designer) duties in accordance with the Building Safety Act.
• Attend and help with site appraisals, surveys, client meetings and site inspections.
• Being part of a cohesive team, mentoring and supporting your colleagues, to grow and learn together.
• Understanding and able to manage the commercial aspects of the project, including fee preparation, resourcing, and warranties.

• Have strong experience delivering residential projects including housing developments, apartment schemes and complex technical packages. Experience in healthcare and industrial would also be advantageous.
• Be highly motivated, organised with excellent communication skills.
• RIBA Qualified Architect with at least 5 years experience or Chartered Technologist (CIAT) with at least 5 years experience, or with 8+ years experience as a Senior Technician.
• Have a strong construction knowledge with ability to produce technical details and specifications.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of office technical standards, specifications and best practice guidance.
• Be able to demonstrate knowledge of Building Regulations and Building Safety Act requirements
• Have at least 5 years UK office based, post qualification experience.
• Be skilled in the use of AutoCAD and Revit. Experience with BIM based project delivery would be advantageous but not essential.
• A competitive, negotiable salary, dependent on skills and experience.
• Associate opportunities available subject to experience.
• Pension Scheme
• Optional working from home (1 day per week following probationary period)
• 22 days starting annual leave allocation + Bank Holidays.