Senior Architectural Technologist
Posted 4 hours 4 minutes ago by Penguin Recruitment Ltd
A forward looking, socially responsible architectural practice is seeking a Senior Architectural Technologist (based in Cardiff) to join its team. In this role, the successful candidate will take ownership of technical design and delivery across a diverse portfolio- including education, residential, blue light, and industrial projects- within a collaborative, values driven firm committed to quality, sustainability, and professional development.
Benefits- Competitive salary with pension scheme and life assurance
- Agile working supported by modern technology
- Real opportunities for career development and personalised learning support
- Access to a friendly, inclusive working environment
- Sociable culture with regular team building activities
- Lead the production of detailed technical design deliverables, including construction documentation, working drawings, and specifications
- Use Revit and BIM workflows, alongside tools such as NBS Chorus, to produce coordinated models and documents
- Coordinate closely with architects, consultants, and contractors to ensure constructible, integrated technical solutions
- Work through RIBA Plan of Work stages from concept through to contract administration, contributing to both design and delivery phases
- Apply procurement knowledge, including traditional and design & build routes, to support project execution strategy
- Ensure compliance with building regulations, contract requirements, and technical standards throughout project delivery
- Mentor and support junior technologists, manage resources, and delegate tasks effectively
- Substantial post qualification experience, ideally including technical project leadership
- Proficiency in Revit and strong BIM experience (NBS Chorus knowledge a plus)
- Excellent technical and construction knowledge, with a flair for detailing and buildability
- Experience working on projects delivered via both traditional and design & build procurement routes
- Strong commercial awareness and client facing skills, with ability to build sustainable relationships
- Demonstrable ability to collaborate, delegate, motivate others, and manage a small technical team
- Familiarity with multiple RIBA Plan of Work stages is desirable
- Solid understanding of technical compliance, building regulations, and contractual frameworks
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded, ambitious professional to join a purpose led practice and contribute to meaningful, well crafted projects in a supportive and growth oriented environment.
To apply, please contact KAZ on OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to . I hope to hear from you soon!