Architectural Technologist - Architecture Job in Lichfield, Staffordshire - £35,000 - £40,000

Employee-owned practice, multidisciplinary projects, flexible working with career development support

Job Summary

Architectural Technologist Job Lichfield offers the opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary practice delivering residential and healthcare projects within the Architecture sector. This Lichfield-based role focuses on producing detailed technical information and supporting project delivery across multiple work stages.

You will be responsible for preparing drawing packages, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting site coordination activities. The position involves working across a range of project types including residential, healthcare and education schemes, providing exposure to varied technical challenges.

This Architectural Technologist Job Lichfield supports career progression through professional development pathways including MCIAT accreditation. You will work within a collaborative and supportive team environment where technical quality, coordination and consistent delivery are key priorities.

About the Company

This employee-owned multidisciplinary practice operates across Architecture, Building Surveying and Project Management, delivering projects throughout the Midlands and wider UK. The organisation has built a strong reputation for producing creative and technically robust solutions across sectors including residential, healthcare, education, commercial and leisure.

With a growing team spread across two offices, the practice promotes a collaborative and supportive working culture focused on knowledge sharing and professional development. The organisation values technical excellence and practical delivery, ensuring projects meet both client expectations and regulatory standards.

Hunter Dunning supports confidential discussions about this opportunity and can provide guidance on long-term career progression within the built environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical drawing packages ensuring accuracy, coordination and compliance with project requirements
• Prepare presentation materials including design boards and layouts to support project communication and approvals
• Ensure all work complies with UK Building Regulations, NHBC standards and relevant statutory requirements
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress, ensure compliance and issue instructions where necessary
• Carry out measured surveys of existing buildings to inform design development and technical documentation
• Organise and manage drawing files efficiently ensuring version control and secure data storage processes
• Develop and maintain health and safety documentation in accordance with CDM 2015 regulations
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to support coordinated project delivery

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years experience within an architectural practice delivering technical project information
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit with the ability to produce accurate and coordinated drawings
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning legislation and CDM 2015 requirements
• Experience working on healthcare or residential projects within a UK-based construction environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with project teams and consultants
• Experience carrying out site inspections and supporting construction stage activities
• Commitment to professional development including progression towards MCIAT accreditation

Salary & Benefits

• Salary ranging from £35,000 to £40,000 depending on experience and technical capability
• Support and structured training to achieve MCIAT professional accreditation
• Payment of professional membership fees supporting ongoing career development
• Flexible working hours with core hours between 10am and 4:30pm for work-life balance
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays providing structured time off throughout the year
• Pension contributions through NEST supporting long-term financial planning

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role is ideal for an Architectural Technologist seeking to develop their technical expertise within a supportive and collaborative practice. It suits candidates who enjoy working across a variety of project sectors and are confident producing detailed construction information.

Individuals aiming to progress towards professional accreditation such as MCIAT will benefit from the structured support available. The role also appeals to those who value flexible working arrangements and a people-focused environment. If you are motivated by technical delivery, coordinated design and long-term career progression within Architecture, this position provides a strong platform for development.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website.

Referral

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we’ll do the rest.

Terms: A candidate is deemed successfully placed once they have started a new job from a Hunter Dunning introduction and completed probation. See website for full terms & conditions.

Architectural Technologist Job in Lichfield – Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref:1290286)