Technical Architect & Architectural Technologist | Developer in Watford

This is an opportunity for a technically focused and delivery-driven Technical Architect or experienced Architectural Technician to join a London-based residential developer delivering high-end, design-led residential and heritage projects across Central London. The company is recognised for its integrated approach to development, combining creative, technical, and commercial expertise into a highly collaborative and streamlined delivery process, from shell and core through to interiors and final finishes. The role will focus on large-scale and technically complex residential and heritage-led schemes, working primarily across RIBA Stages 3–5. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing coordinated technical packages, managing consultant and subcontractor coordination, and supporting successful project delivery through both detailed technical design and on-site involvement.

This position is suited to someone who enjoys technical stages, thrives in detailed problem-solving, and is confident working across both micro and macro levels of project delivery within a client-side environment.

• Develop and coordinate detailed architectural and façade design packages across complex residential and heritage projects.
• Lead technical design development through RIBA Stages 3–5, ensuring information is coordinated, buildable, and delivered to programme.
• Produce, manage, and review detailed drawing packages, specifications, schedules, and tender documentation.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and specialist suppliers throughout technical and construction stages.
• Support tender processes, package coordination, and construction sequencing.
• Oversee technical delivery on-site, responding to RFIs, site queries, and technical coordination issues as projects progress.
• Monitor design quality and ensure technical consistency throughout all project stages.
• Collaborate closely with internal development, design, and construction teams to support efficient project delivery.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, consultants, stakeholders, and wider project teams.
• Support compliance with UK Building Regulations, Building Safety Act requirements, and Gateway processes where applicable.

• ARB-registered Architect or experienced Architectural Technician / Technologist with strong technical delivery experience.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale residential, heritage, or listed building projects through technical and construction stages.
• Strong understanding of façade detailing, technical coordination, construction sequencing, and package delivery.
• Experience producing and managing detailed technical drawing and tender packages.
• Strong site coordination and construction-stage experience.
• Proficiency in ArchiCAD or Revit is essential.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and technical compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and Gateway processes would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and confident taking ownership of technical delivery responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded residential developer working on prestigious Central London projects, offering the chance to gain both architectural and client-side experience within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. The role provides strong long-term development opportunities while working on technically ambitious and design-led residential schemes.