As an Architectural Technician/ Technical Architect within our clients dedicated Retail Team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering major retail and commercial projects from post-planning stages through to practical completion. You will be responsible for producing high-quality working drawing packages, coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams, and ensuring construction packages are delivered accurately, safely, and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Technical Design
- Lead and manage the production of comprehensive working drawing packages, detailed construction drawings, and specifications.
- Assist the Retail Team Leader and assist in managing the team with feasibility studies, planning layouts, and preparing board approval packs.
- Draft and compile technical specifications using NBS documentation.
- Ensure all architectural designs and details adhere to current UK Building Regulations, planning constraints, and client-specific design manuals.
Team Coordination & Collaboration
- Coordinate, review, and integrate technical information from structural engineers, M&E consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians and assistants within the retail team.
- Collaborate closely with internal project managers, building surveyors, and architects to maintain cross-discipline consistency.
Site & Client Management
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, main contractors, and site personnel to resolve day-to-day technical and site queries.
- Attend regular site progress meetings, design workshops, and practical completion handovers.
- Conduct site inspections to ensure construction work aligns precisely with approved architectural packages and quality standards.
Person Specification: Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
Qualifications
- Degree-qualified: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architectural Technology, or an equivalent technical qualification.
- Professional Affiliation: CIAT membership (MCIAT or ACIAT working toward chartership) is highly desirable.
Experience
- Proven post-qualification experience working as an Architectural Technician / Technologist within the UK construction sector.
- A strong, demonstrable track record of delivering retail, supermarket, or commercial fast-track projects.
- Extensive experience managing projects from RIBA Stages 3 through 6.
Technical Skills
- Software Proficiency: Advanced, fluent proficiency in Autodesk Revit/ Vectorworks or AutoCAD is an advantage.
- Technical Knowledge: Exceptional understanding of construction methods, modern building materials, detailing, and structural principles.
- Contracts: Working knowledge of standard UK building contracts (such as JCT or NEC frameworks).
Personal Attributes & Logistics
- Strong communication skills with the ability to confidently present technical solutions to both clients and on-site contractors.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage tight deadlines inherent to the retail sector.
- Mobility: A valid, clean UK driving license and access to a vehicle for regular site visits across the region.
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Architectural Technician/ Technical Architect (Retail) employer: Morson Group
Morson Group is an exceptional employer, recognised as one of the UK's Best Big Companies to work for, offering a supportive family-run culture that prioritises employee well-being and development. With 26 days of holiday, bespoke training programmes, and comprehensive mental health support, employees are empowered to grow and thrive in their roles, particularly within the dynamic Payroll team at our Salford office.
