Senior Architectural Technician

Senior Architectural Technician

Location: Bedford

Salary: £40-45,000

A well respected, multidisciplinary architectural practice in Bedford is seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join its expanding team. The practice has an excellent reputation for delivering thoughtfully designed, high quality projects across a range of sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed use developments. This role offers the opportunity to take a leading technical position within the business while helping to guide and develop junior staff.

Benefits

• Flexible working options
• Profit sharing scheme
• Company pension
• Extra annual leave day to celebrate your birthday
• Private healthcare after three years of service

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive technical drawings and construction packages from initial design stages through to project completion
• Assist with the preparation of planning applications and Building Regulations documentation
• Work closely with external consultants, contractors, and internal design teams to support smooth project coordination
• Attend site visits and provide technical support throughout the construction process
• Ensure all drawings and documentation meet current UK Building Regulations and industry standards
• Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to junior members of the technical team
• Support internal quality assurance procedures and maintain well organised project information

Skills and Experience

• Qualification in Architectural Technology or a similar construction related discipline
• Solid background in producing technical information within a UK based architectural environment
• Competent user of Revit and AutoCAD, with experience of BIM processes being an advantage
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, construction methods, and technical detailing
• Previous involvement in residential and or commercial sector projects
• Clear and confident communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage workloads independently while working effectively as part of a team environment