Lead Architectural Technician

Lead Architectural Technician - Multi-Site Commercial Projects
Location: East Grinstead Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Lead Architectural Technician to join a dynamic Estates Development Team, delivering commercial and multi-site projects across the UK and Europe. This is a hands-on, senior technical role combining design leadership, project coordination, and compliance expertise.

Why Join the Team?

• Salary: 45,000 - 47,000 DOE
• Flexible working: combination of office, home, and site visits
• Free on-site parking
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Pension, life assurance, private health, and wellbeing benefits
• Discounts on company products, merchandise, and gym membership
• Childcare and eye care voucher schemes

About the Organisation:

Our client operates nearly 1000's sites in the UK and Europe, delivering high-quality, customer-focused commercial and leisure experiences. Their estates team drives innovative design solutions for new builds, refurbishments, and estate-wide projects.

Lead Architectural Technician Role Overview:

Reporting to the Principal Development Manager, the Lead Architectural Technician will provide technical leadership across multiple sites. You will be responsible for producing design concepts, technical drawings, and supporting multi-site project delivery, ensuring compliance with all relevant building regulations and standards.

Lead Architectural Technician Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of two Architectural Technicians, prioritising workloads and supporting the Principal Development Manager on multi-site projects
• Produce high-quality technical and concept drawings in AutoCAD and Revit for planning, tendering, and construction
• Oversee change management processes to maintain up-to-date specifications across sites
• Maintain a library of standard details and as-built drawings
• Support project teams in securing Building Regulation approvals and planning applications
• Liaise with external consultants, contractors, and suppliers for multi-site projects
• Undertake site visits to support project delivery and ensure compliance
• Provide technical drafting assistance to other departments as required

Essential Skills & Experience:

• HND or higher in a building-related qualification
• Proven experience as a UK-based Architectural Technician, ideally in commercial or multi-site projects
• Strong leadership and line management skills (2 direct reports)
• Proficient in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Revit advantageous
• Comprehensive understanding of Building Regulations, British Standards, and planning processes
• Ability to produce high-quality technical construction drawings
• Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for multi-site work, including overnight stays

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