Technical Advisor Position at Award Winning Architecture Practice

Part Time 4-day Work Week Available

£55,000 | London

Imagine a role where you can enjoy a genuine work-life balance, finish on time, and take advantage of a four-day part time working week, well you have come to the right place.

This is an opportunity to be part of an industry leading Architectural practice that values quality, collaboration and wellbeing. You will work on a wide variety of projects across multiple sectors and locations, supporting creative teams who take pride in designing thoughtful and enduring architecture.

To strengthen the technical services team who play a vital part in the success of the practice, we are looking for an Architectural professional with experience in project running or project delivery who is keen to share their technical expertise across the practice.

Key Responsibilities

Offering advice on building regulations, construction methods, technical standards and materials
Supporting designers with specification writing and information management
Undertaking research to encourage innovation within the design process
Reviewing projects to maintain quality and technical excellence
Delivering CPD sessions to enhance the technical knowledge of design teams
Helping project leads manage their projects efficiently and effectively
Implementing and maintaining quality assurance and risk management systems
Assisting in the negotiation and agreement of project appointments and scopes of service
Liaising with the professional indemnity insurer on both routine and complex matters
Providing guidance on liability issues and managing professional negligence claims
Coordinating the programme of CPD events and knowledge sharing within the practice

About You

We are seeking an individual with a solid understanding of the practical aspects of architectural design, detailing and specification. You will be approachable, confident in communicating technical information, and enthusiastic about sharing your knowledge in a positive and collaborative way. Your daily work will involve supporting designers and project leads with technical design and specification tasks. Instead, you will have the opportunity to influence the technical quality of a wide range of projects and contribute to the continual improvement of the practice.

Requirements

Professional background in architecture, construction or a related field
Strong understanding of building regulations, construction methods and materials
Experience in project running or project delivery within an architectural or construction environment
Proven ability to write and review technical specifications
Excellent communication skills with confidence in advising and mentoring others
Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving
Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and disciplines
Familiarity with quality assurance and risk management processes
Must be proficient in Revit
Must have the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Competitive salary - up to £55,000 (full-time salary)
Pension contributions into an approved personal pension scheme (currently with Standard Life)
Payment of professional subscriptions (e.g. ARB, RIBA, and other relevant qualifications)
Additional leave for office closure between Christmas and New Year
Season ticket loans for travel
Cycle to Work Scheme, plus bike racks, showers and lockers on-site
Discounted corporate gym memberships
Access to mentoring groups across different levels and disciplines
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay packages
Childcare contribution (monthly support for up to one year when returning from leave, subject to conditions)
Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 reward, subject to conditions)
and more

If you are an experienced construction professional with a passion for technical excellence and knowledge sharing, this is an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking practice. Applications are welcomed from individuals who are eager to support and guide design teams while further developing their own expertise within a dynamic and supportive environment.