Our client, a well-established architectural practice based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, is seeking a Senior Architectural Technologist / Technical Architect to take a leading role in the delivery of technically complex projects across a range of sectors.
This is a senior appointment within the studio, offering full responsibility for technical project delivery from inception through to completion, along with a clear pathway to management or Associate level following a successful probation period (if desired).
The Role
The successful candidate will act as technical lead across multiple projects, overseeing the production, coordination, and quality assurance of technical information. This role suits someone confident reviewing and monitoring the work of others, carrying out detailed QA checks prior to issue, and ensuring all technical outputs meet the highest regulatory and safety standards.
You will be client- and contractor-facing, representing the practice at design team meetings, during construction stages, and when resolving technical challenges on live projects. A strong office presence is essential, as the role includes mentoring and supporting colleagues, helping to raise technical standards and capability across the team.
Projects You’re Likely to Work On
The role offers exposure to a varied and technically demanding portfolio, including:
- A £15m specialist residential care scheme with complex regulatory and safeguarding requirements
- £5m commercial office refurbishment and redevelopment projects
- Bespoke one-off private homes with a strong focus on design quality and detailing
- National retail refurbishment roll-out projects delivered across multiple sites
This variety requires strong technical judgement, excellent coordination skills, and experience working across different procurement routes and delivery models.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical delivery of projects from early design stages through to completion
- Review, coordinate, and quality-assure technical drawings and specifications prior to issue
- Act as Lead Designer and undertake the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act where required
- Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, CDM 2015, British Standards, and associated guidance
- Coordinate consultant and contractor information and resolve construction-stage technical issues
- Provide visible technical leadership within the office, mentoring and supporting team members
- Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat work and long-term partnerships
About You
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline
- Extensive experience delivering technically complex projects
- Experience working on listed buildings and heritage projects
- Strong, up-to-date knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, British Standards, and the Building Safety Act
- Confident reviewing others’ work and taking accountability for technical output
- Comfortable operating in senior, client- and contractor-facing roles
- Highly proficient in Revit, with working knowledge of AutoCAD and associated software
- Proactive, authoritative, and approachable, with a genuine interest in developing others
- Full UK driving licence preferred
What’s on Offer
- A senior role with genuine responsibility and influence
- Clear route to management / Associate level
- Competitive salary £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) and attractive benefits package
- Healthcare support, Employee Assistance Programme, and volunteer day
- Structured CPD, training, and long-term career development
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary studio environment
- Modern hybrid flexible working arrangements.
- Inclusive and supportive workplace culture focused on quality and shared success
If you’re looking for a senior technical role with real accountability, visible leadership, and a defined progression route, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.
Please hit apply and follow the instructions or call James Jackson at Conrad Consulting for further information.