Technical Associate/ Director

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Coventry, Warwickshire
  • 13/03/2026
Full time Construction Architect and Design

Job Description

Job Title: Technical Associate/ Director

Location: Coventry

Salary: 60-72,000 DOE

About the company:

An award-winning, multi-disciplinary design practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality regeneration, residential and master planning projects across the UK is seeking an experienced Technical Associate / Technical Director to join its growing team.

The studio is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to delivering thoughtful, buildable design solutions that shape successful places and communities. With a strong pipeline of residential-led projects, the practice offers senior professionals the opportunity to take ownership of technical delivery, mentor teams and play a key role in delivering complex, high-quality developments.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and senior package
  • Pension scheme and life assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Professional development and progression opportunities
  • Collaborative studio environment
  • Social events and volunteering days
  • On-site parking

Daily Duties

  • Lead the technical delivery of projects across multiple RIBA stages
  • Oversee production of technical drawing packages, specifications, and construction information
  • Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and technical standards
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to architectural teams
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure effective project delivery
  • Review technical detailing and documentation quality
  • Undertake site visits and resolve technical issues during construction

Ideal Candidate

  • Strong experience within a UK architectural practice, ideally delivering residential or mixed-use developments
  • Proven ability to lead technical delivery and coordinate project teams
  • Excellent knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction detailing
  • Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD within a BIM environment
  • Experience across multiple RIBA stages
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Relevant qualification in architecture or architectural technology (CIAT or equivalent preferred)

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