Senior Architectural Technologist

£48,000 - £53,000 Plus benefits

Permanent

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber

A collaborative, national award-winning Architectural Practice is looking to appoint a talented Senior Architectural Technologist to join their Leeds City Centre studio.

The successful Senior Architectural Technologist will play a key role in the technical delivery and coordination of projects, contributing to the continued growth of a well-established practice employing 60+ staff across five national offices. The team has been accredited to an Investors in People (IIP) Gold standard and is recognised as one of the highest-performing architecture practices on the IIP international database.

The practice prides itself on its commitment to Sustainability and Health & Wellbeing-both through its design approach and by creating a positive, supportive working environment where people can thrive.

They offer a diverse and engaging portfolio of projects across multiple sectors, including Education, which remains a traditional strength, alongside Commercial & Industrial, Healthcare, Leisure & Arts, Residential, and Sports/Recreational schemes. A number of projects are also located within conservation areas or incorporate significant heritage elements.

Role & Responsibilities of the Senior Architectural Technologist

• Take a leading role in the technical delivery of projects from developed design through to construction and completion.
• Produce, coordinate, and oversee high-quality planning, tender, and construction drawing packages, schedules, specifications, and technical information.
• Lead or take significant responsibility for project delivery across RIBA Stages 3-5.
• Coordinate architectural information with structural, MEP, specialist consultants, contractors, and other members of the wider design team.
• Attend and contribute to client, consultant, contractor, and site meetings, providing confident technical input where required.
• Liaise with statutory authorities and ensure projects comply with relevant UK Building Regulations, standards, and technical requirements.
• Review construction information and resolve technical and detailing issues throughout the delivery process.
• Support project programmes, deadlines, and resourcing to ensure technical information is delivered accurately and efficiently.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior Architectural Technologists and other members of the project team.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of technical standards, BIM procedures, and best practice across the studio.
• Maintain a strong focus on buildability, quality, coordination, and design intent throughout project delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experienced Architectural Technologist, ideally with 5+ years’ experience working within a UK Architectural Practice or similar consultancy environment.
• CIAT membership or progress towards Chartered Architectural Technologist status would be advantageous.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects through detailed design and construction stages.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Building Regulations, construction standards, planning requirements, and technical detailing.
• Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary design information and resolve complex technical issues.
• Experience taking ownership of drawing packages and technical deliverables on medium to large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, detailing, and buildability.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative studio environment.
• Experience using Revit is highly desirable, with a good understanding of BIM workflows and coordinated project delivery.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join an established, award-winning national practice with multiple studios and a diverse project portfolio.
• A senior role with the opportunity to take greater ownership of project delivery and technical coordination.
• Agile and flexible working arrangements.
• Established home-working policy.
• Competitive salary commensurate with senior-level experience, plus a generous benefits package.
• Friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.
• Opportunity to mentor and support more junior members of the technical team.
• Regular team events and incentives.
• Modern studio space in Leeds City Centre.

On receipt of your application, James Jackson will contact you to discuss the opportunity in full detail. The client’s name will be disclosed prior to submitting your CV.

If you are an experienced Architectural Technologist looking to take on greater project responsibility within a progressive and well-established national practice, please apply following the instructions provided.

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