Senior Technical Lead/ Associate

  • Penguin Recruitment Ltd
  • Oct 17, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Technical Lead/ Associate

Location: West Midlands

Salary: In the region of £45-55,000 DOE

About the company:

A forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary design and engineering practice delivering transformative, sustainable projects across the built environment. The team blends architecture, engineering, digital design, and sustainability expertise to create innovative, human-centred spaces and infrastructure. Their collaborative approach and cutting-edge technology make them a trusted partner for clients seeking creativity, efficiency, and technical excellence.

Benefits & Working Culture:

  • Competitive salary with annual performance bonus potential
  • Flexible hours and hybrid working options
  • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Inclusive, collaborative culture built on creativity, respect, and knowledge sharing
  • Clear career progression pathways and structured mentorship
  • Funded professional development, training, and CPD support
  • Employee pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives
  • Opportunities to work on award-winning, sustainability-driven design projects
  • Supportive environment that values innovation, collaboration, and design excellence

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership across architectural and multi-disciplinary design projects
  • Oversee technical delivery from concept through construction, ensuring quality, buildability, and alignment with design intent
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire architectural teams, encouraging professional growth and technical excellence
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, landscape, and digital design colleagues to ensure cohesive project outcomes
  • Interface with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to define briefs, present proposals, and resolve technical challenges
  • Champion digital tools and workflows (including BIM and Revit) to enhance coordination and efficiency
  • Ensure compliance with regulations, sustainability targets, and industry best practice
  • Contribute to developing and refining internal technical standards and processes

Ideal Candidate:

  • Degree-qualified in Architecture
  • Extensive experience leading technical design and delivery on complex projects
  • Strong understanding of building systems, materials, construction methods, and detailing
  • Proven track record coordinating across disciplines in a collaborative, design-led environment
  • Skilled in BIM/Revit and confident managing digital workflows
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
  • Passion for sustainable design, innovation, and technical quality
  • Experience mentoring and developing others within an architectural team

To apply, please contact KAZ on OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon!