Senior Architectural Technician and Design Manager

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Architect / Senior Architectural Technician / Design Manager

Location: London (In Person)
Job Type: Full-time

About Our Client

Our client is an award-winning, multidisciplinary design and survey consultancy operating within the critical infrastructure sector. They are trusted partners to many of the UK's largest and most recognisable transportation organisations.
The business offers a refreshingly different environment compared to large corporates, with a close-knit, friendly, and dynamic culture. They take a flexible and collaborative approach to their people, projects, and clients.

Why This Opportunity?

The consultancy currently employs around 40 professionals across the group and has ambitious growth plans over the next two years, supported by both organic expansion and an acquisition strategy.
The Architectural Technology team is expanding alongside other design disciplines, driven by strong past performance and the award of new, high-profile schemes from an established client base. With a diverse and secure pipeline of work, they are now seeking driven individuals to support the delivery of mission-critical infrastructure projects.

Why Join Now?

Strong and stable business performance despite wider economic uncertainty

Clear growth strategy with excellent long-term career progression opportunities

Secure workload and expanding project portfolio

Opportunity to take on a senior, influential role within a growing consultancy

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Deputise for the Director of Architectural Technology as required

Undertake technical reviews of architectural projects

Act as a senior point of contact for clients, contractors, and key stakeholders

Support business development activities, including bids, fee proposals, and new opportunities

Act as Design Manager, coordinating architectural input with internal and external consultants

Mentor junior team members and promote CPD activities

Assist with resource planning, workload management, and project staffing

Support project financial management, including budgets and fee forecasting

Prepare and present architectural designs, reports, specifications, and technical drawings

Undertake site surveys and support planning, building control, and assurance submissions

Lead interdisciplinary design teams and represent the consultancy at meetings

Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, CDM duties, health & safety, and quality standards

Minimum Competencies

Strong client-focused approach

Innovative and solutions-led design mindset

Proven leadership and mentoring capability

Commitment to continuous professional development

Collaborative, team-oriented working style

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Required Experience

Strong BIM capability (Revit, CAD, or equivalent)

Previous experience as an Architect, Design Manager, or Senior Architectural Technician

Proven track record managing projects within a design consultancy environment

Commercial awareness with programme and resource management skills

Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills

Good working knowledge of UK building codes and industry standards

Chartered status (desirable)

Qualifications

Degree or Master's in a relevant discipline

Significant post-qualification experience in architectural design and delivery

Demonstrated experience leading architectural technology or technical delivery teams

Experience working within or alongside engineering consultancies (preferred)

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

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Location:
Clerkenwell
Salary:
£45,000 - £70,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Other

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