Technical Architect

We believe in fostering an environment where every team member feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute their best. Our culture is built on collaboration, mutual support, and a shared commitment to excellence - both in our projects and in how we work together. We're a tight knit family across our studios, ensuring everyone feels part of the wider team.

The Opportunity: Your Impact & What You'll Do

You will be an integral part of our project teams, working closely with experienced leaders and contributing your unique vision and technical expertise to shape inspiring spaces. Our thriving Development Consultancy team offers expertise across a variety of sectors, with services that relate to the full lifecycle of a building or a development.

Your key contributions will include:

• Collaborate & Co-Create: Work seamlessly under the direction of a Project Leader, Associate, Senior Associate, Associate Director, or Director as a vital part of a high performing project group, contributing to a shared vision.
• Innovate & Deliver: Produce precise, creative, and technically sound design and production information, ensuring strict adherence to agreed project programmes and deadlines.
• Champion Excellence: Maintain and champion our rigorous technical and design standards, aligning with studio policy to ensure consistently outstanding outcomes.
• Staying Ahead: Proactively monitor and integrate current technical developments, legislative changes, and industry best practices into your work, keeping us at the forefront of the profession.
• Communicate & Solve: Provide regular, clear progress updates and proactively identify and communicate any potential technical or design challenges, proposing innovative solutions.
• Engage On-Site: Undertake essential site visits and actively participate in site and project team meetings, representing the practice professionally and insightfully.
• Grow & Develop: Embrace a programme of Continuous Professional Development (CPD), actively seeking out training and further development opportunities to expand your skills and expertise.
• Lead When Ready: Confidently undertake the duties of a Project Leader in accordance with our procedures when so designated, guiding projects to successful completion.
• Adapt & Contribute: Be flexible and adaptable, undertaking diverse duties of a similar nature as determined by senior leadership, contributing to the broader success of the practice.
• Ensure Quality: Diligently adhere to the Practice's Quality and Environmental Management System (Q&EMS) procedures, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability and quality in all we do.

We're looking for an experienced Technical Architect with excellent Revit skills to join our Development Consultancy team in London. This is an exciting opportunity for an ARB registered professional with a proven track record to contribute to challenging and rewarding projects., We're excited to welcome a Technical Architect who is passionate about technical design and thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment. If you have hands-on experience of technical design and construction detailing for existing build, and external cladding packages preparation (RIBA stages 3 - 4), along with excellent Revit knowledge, we'd love to hear from you., * Professional Qualification & Conduct: Registered Architect (ARB) with a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience, demonstrating a strong foundation in professional practice, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous professional development.

• Design & Delivery Excellence: A powerful and insightful portfolio that vividly showcases your design creativity, technical excellence, and impactful contributions across a range of successful architectural projects, with a proven ability to lead projects through all stages of design and delivery, from concept to completion.
• Technical & Contextual Knowledge: Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of UK building regulations, planning policies, and contemporary construction methods, ensuring compliance and best practice. This includes a deep understanding of building typologies, materials, construction techniques, and a specific expertise in Fire and Life Safety requirements across various project scales and complexities.
• Digital Literacy & BIM Proficiency: Exceptional proficiency in industry standard software (including Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp) and a comprehensive understanding of BIM workflows, enabling efficient and innovative project delivery. A demonstrated aptitude for embracing new technologies and enhancing digital literacy within architectural practice.
• Communication & Presentation Mastery: Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, allowing you to articulate complex ideas with clarity, engage diverse stakeholders, and build strong, collaborative relationships. Adept at both written and verbal communication for internal teams and external clients.
• Collaborative Spirit & Leadership: A genuinely collaborative spirit, thriving in team environments and adept at fostering strong, positive working relationships built on mutual respect and shared goals. Proven ability to guide junior colleagues, take initiative, and contribute to the successful leadership and management of project teams.
• Environmental & Social Responsibility: A profound passion for sustainable design and an unwavering commitment to creating environmentally responsible, high performance architecture that contributes positively to our planet and society. A strong understanding of the broader impact of design on the environment and society.
• Business Acumen & Project Management: Exceptional organisational skills and a proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, consistently deliver high quality work, and meet deadlines within a dynamic, project driven environment. This includes a keen business awareness to deliver projects efficiently, within budget, and to client expectations.
• Problem Solving & Innovation: A proactive and innovative problem solver, approaching challenges with curiosity, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to finding effective, creative, and compliant solutions for complex architectural challenges.

Our culture is the cornerstone of our success: flexible, genuinely friendly, and incredibly supportive, with a healthy dose of fun! We believe in investing in our people's growth and wellbeing, offering a comprehensive package that truly makes a difference:

Your Growth:

• Robust Learning & Development programs and opportunities to advance your skills and career.

Your Wellbeing:

• Option to join Simply Health scheme for medical cost reclamation.
• Generous £100 contribution towards eye care costs.
• Comprehensive Mental Health Support, including counselling services.
• Dog Office Visits! (Yes, really - our furry friends brighten our days!)

Work-Life Harmony:

• Flexible and supportive hybrid working model.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Dedicated Volunteer Days to support causes you care about.

Financial Security.

• Competitive salary.
• Workplace Pension with a fantastic 4.5% employer contribution.
• Support towards payment of exam fees.
• Access to 1:1 Independent Pension Advice.
• Permanent Health Insurance up to 50% of salary.
• Confidential Financial advice line.
• Season Ticket Loan & Cycle to Work Scheme.

Unique Perks & Connection:

• Complimentary daily breakfasts.
• Mentorship Scheme & Coaching and Buddy system for personalised support.
• Regular planned social events - from our annual office study trip to vibrant team events and parties.
• Meaningful social events in aid of charities.
• Engaging Away Day for team building and inspiration.
• Active Football and Softball team, and monthly social drinks to unwind and connect!

We shape communities and create lasting legacies. As a long established, interdisciplinary firm with over 100 prestigious awards to our name, our passion lies in delivering a full spectrum of design and building services, including masterplanning, urban design, landscape architecture, and development consultancy.