Our client, an established and award-winning architectural practice with over 50 years of experience, is seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Technologist to join its growing Glasgow team. With a diverse portfolio spanning residential, commercial, education, healthcare, leisure, defence and industrial projects, this is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in the technical development and delivery of a varied range of buildings. They are receptive in their search and would be looking for Architectural Technologists who are seeking to progress into a more Senior role.

From large-scale housing schemes and bespoke private homes to commercial offices, education facilities, healthcare environments, leisure buildings, industrial developments and specialist Ministry of Defence (MOD) projects, the practice offers a breadth of technical challenges and project experience. Project values typically range from £5m to £30m, with involvement in major developments exceeding £120m. This provides an opportunity to work on substantial schemes where technical expertise, attention to detail and effective coordination are essential to successful project delivery.

Based in the practice's central Glasgow studio, close to Charing Cross Station, you'll take responsibility for developing detailed technical designs, producing coordinated construction information and helping guide projects from design development through to construction. Working closely with Architects, engineers, consultants and contractors, you'll play an important role in resolving technical challenges, maintaining compliance and ensuring that design proposals translate into practical, buildable solutions.

This position would suit a technically strong Architectural Technologist who enjoys taking ownership of projects, coordinating complex information and supporting the development of a team. With a multidisciplinary environment spanning architecture, engineering and interior design, the role offers the chance to broaden your project experience, take on greater responsibility and contribute to the delivery of a diverse portfolio.

Senior Architectural Technologist Overview

• Lead the technical development and delivery of architectural projects, producing coordinated information across relevant RIBA stages.
• Produce and review detailed technical drawings, specifications, construction details and tender packages, ensuring information is accurate, coordinated and suitable for construction.
• Develop technical solutions that balance design intent, buildability, performance, budget and programme requirements.
• Coordinate architectural information with structural engineers, building services consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Apply a strong understanding of UK building regulations, warrants, construction standards and relevant technical requirements.
• Support projects through technical design, tender, construction and site stages, responding to queries and helping resolve issues as they arise.
• Take responsibility for technical quality, identifying potential design conflicts and ensuring coordinated information is issued at the appropriate stages.
• Help lead project teams, allocate technical tasks and mentor junior Technologists and other team members.
• Liaise with clients and consultants to communicate technical requirements, manage design changes and support the successful delivery of projects.

Senior Architectural Technologist Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Architectural Technology or a related discipline.
• Significant experience working within an architectural practice, with a strong background in technical design and construction detailing.
• Proven ability to lead the technical delivery of projects and coordinate information across multiple disciplines.
• Proficiency in Revit is desirable, alongside strong technical drawing and detailing skills.
• A thorough understanding of construction methods, building regulations and the preparation of coordinated technical information.
• Experience taking projects through technical design, tender and construction stages.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants and contractors.
• Good knowledge of Scottish Technical Standards
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and project delivery.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of £40,000-£48,000, depending on experience.
• Annual holiday allowance, plus bank holidays.
• Christmas shutdown.
• Death-in-service cover.
• Flexible working hours.
• Pension scheme.
• Social events and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Additional benefits to be discussed at interview stage.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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