Senior Architectural Technician

Senior Architectural Technician

Essex

Full Time | PERMANENT

Salary – Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Architectural Technician to join a well-established architectural practice working on a varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects across the UK.

This position is ideal for a motivated and technically capable professional with a minimum of five years' UK architectural experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing projects from initial concept through to completion, contributing technical expertise, project leadership, and client-facing support within a collaborative team environment.

The practice undertakes a broad range of work including residential extensions, bespoke homes, barn conversions, housing developments, refurbishment projects, and selected commercial schemes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflective of experience.
• Annual salary reviews based on individual and business performance.
• Performance-related bonus opportunities.
• Employer pension contributions.
• Professional membership fees reimbursed for relevant industry bodies.
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with length of service.
• Eye care support.
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel.
• Ongoing professional development, including in-house CPD sessions.
• Regular team social events and seasonal celebrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage architectural projects throughout all RIBA work stages, from concept design to project completion.
• Produce accurate technical drawings, construction packages, and detailed design information.
• Coordinate planning applications and ensure compliance with Building Regulations and statutory requirements.
• Attend site visits, monitor project progress, and assist with contract administration during construction.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and local authorities to ensure successful project delivery.
• Participate in design team meetings while helping to keep projects on programme and within budget.
• Contribute to business development by attending client meetings, identifying new opportunities, and supporting the continued growth of the practice.
• Undertake the Principal Designer role where appropriate in accordance with CDM Regulations and the Building Safety framework.

Candidate Requirements

The successful applicant should demonstrate:

• A minimum of five years' practical experience as an Architectural Technician within the UK.
• Strong technical knowledge across all RIBA Plan of Work stages.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience producing comprehensive construction drawings and technical detailing.
• Sound understanding of UK planning legislation, Building Regulations, and construction processes.
• Previous involvement in the delivery of residential developments and domestic construction projects.
• Experience with site inspections, project coordination, contract administration, and consultant management.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team.
• A full UK driving licence.
• The legal right to work in the UK.

Hours: Full Time (Part-time and flexible working arrangements may be considered)

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