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We are seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Technician / Technologist to join a well‑established, Cardiff‑based architectural studio. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical expertise, proven project delivery experience, and the ability to lead small teams while managing multiple projects concurrently. The role will suit a motivated professional who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a collaborative studio environment, and is passionate about delivering high‑quality buildings and places across both the public and private sectors, with project values ranging from £1m to £50m+.
Job Responsibility
Take a lead role in delivering multiple or complex projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction
Develop and manage technical design packages, full specifications, and construction information
Coordinate and integrate design and production information, ensuring compliance with statutory, legal, and professional requirements
Demonstrate lateral thinking and flexibility in responding to complex technical and design challenges
Lead and manage small project teams, clearly delegating tasks to less experienced team members
Supervise, mentor, and support junior staff, actively sharing technical knowledge and best practice across the studio
Manage personal workload alongside team supervision and project responsibilities
Report to the Regional Director and contribute to the effective running of the studio
Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing confident technical input at any stage of the project lifecycle, often with minimal briefing
Act as a key technical point of contact for internal teams, external consultants, and contractors
Coordinate effectively with other professional consultants across disciplines
Manage project fees, budgets, and invoicing (with administrative support)
Monitor project financial performance and contribute to profitability
Support the practice in winning new work, contributing to bids and proposals as required
Requirements
Proven experience delivering large and/or complex architectural projects, often running multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to take a project brief and develop initial proposals through to detailed technical design
Strong experience managing and coordinating design teams and associated professional consultants
Expertise in producing, analysing, and advising on: Technical specifications
Material selection
Detailed design solutions aligned with performance and production criteria
Ability to evaluate and advise on refurbishment, repair, reuse, recycling, and deconstruction of buildings
Experience monitoring and managing the financial performance of projects
Solid understanding of construction methodologies, technical detailing, and work package information
Working knowledge of Revit
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team‑focused approach
Nice to have
Healthcare project experience
Advising clients on procurement routes and forms of contract
Assessing and prioritising client and end‑user needs and agreeing project briefs
Developing innovative technical and design solutions through research and problem‑solving
Appraising building performance in use and maintaining facilities or maintenance management information systems
Advanced Revit skills
What we offer
Flexible and hybrid working environment
Comprehensive benefits package
Contemporary studio in an excellent Cardiff location
Friendly, open, and supportive workplace culture
Opportunity to work across a diverse, multi‑sector project portfolio