Manchester
Building, Construction
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
16/07/2025
06/08/2025
Senior Architectural Technician/ Technologist
Location: Manchester
Salary: £38-42,000 DOE
A nationally recognised, award-winning architectural practice is seeking a Senior-Level Architectural Technician/ Technologist to join its thriving Manchester office. With a diverse portfolio spanning retail, logistics, commercial, residential, leisure, and mixed-use developments, the practice is known for delivering innovative, design-led solutions with technical excellence. Projects range from large-scale distribution centres and urban regeneration schemes to high-spec residential and retail parks, offering the successful candidate exposure to a wide variety of impactful, high-profile work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Flexible working arrangements after probationary period
* 21 days holiday + bank holidays + the Christmas period
* Clear career progression opportunities within a growing national practice
* Supportive, collaborative working culture with access to ongoing CPD
* Direct involvement in high-profile, design-led projects
Daily Duties:
* Leading the technical delivery of complex projects across multiple sectors
* Producing and overseeing the preparation of coordinated technical drawings and construction packages
* Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, and statutory authorities
* Managing and submitting planning and building regulations applications
* Conducting site inspections, ensuring compliance, quality control, and technical accuracy
* Driving project delivery in line with programme, budget, and design objectives
The Ideal Candidate:
* Holds a relevant qualification in architectural technology or a related discipline
* Extensive UK experience at a senior level, with a proven track record in technical delivery
* Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
* In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regulations, standards, and construction detailing
* Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills
* Ability to manage and mentor junior team members while overseeing multiple projects
* Sector experience in retail, logistics, and commercial architecture is highly desirable