Senior Architectural Technician - Birmingham
Who are Baily Garner?
With nearly 50 years of experience, Baily Garner LLP is a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy with over 250 employees and offices in Eltham, Manchester, and Birmingham—delivering national coverage. We provide a full suite of services including Architecture, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, M&E Engineering, Sustainability Consulting, and more.
Our purpose is to positively impact people’s lives. We achieve this by delivering exceptional service and creating opportunities that make a real difference—for our clients, end users, our people, and the planet.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Architectural Technician or Senior Architect to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to lead and contribute to the completion of technical packages of work across RIBA Stages 4–6. You will work on an exciting range of projects, including residential, care, education, and emergency services developments, while collaborating within a multi-disciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and delivery of technical packages for projects at RIBA Stages 4–6.
- Contribute to the design and technical delivery of a variety of project types: residential, care, education, and emergency services.
- Support and guide team members in producing high-quality deliverables.
- Design, draw and compute as required.
- Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- City and Guilds certification in CAD (2D and 3D).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM environments.
- Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and current planning policies and legislation.
- Experience in the RIBA Plan of Work stages and technical project delivery.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Registered Architect or Architectural Technician belonging to the ARB, RIBA
Desirable Skills
- Experience working on UK projects within a BIM environment.
- Expert-level proficiency in Revit and BIM accreditation.
- Experience working in a BIM Level 2 environment.
- Skills in 3D modelling, rendering, and proficiency with software such as SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
- CIAT accreditation.
What We Offer
- An engaging and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities to work on diverse and impactful projects.
- Professional development and training to enhance your career.
And That's Not All:
Our commitment to your wellbeing extends beyond the workplace. Here are some of the incredible benefits we offer:
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Flexible working hours (choice of start and finish times based around a 7.25 hour working day, core hours between 10am-4.15pm)
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Hybrid working (potential to work from office and home)
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Medicash health plan (money back on your dental, optical, physio appointments and more)
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Life assurance cover (four times annual salary) for all colleagues.
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In-house mental health first aiders
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27 Annual leave + bank holidays
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Birthday leave
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Buy/sell annual leave
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Pay reviews twice per year
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Scottish Widows pension and salary sacrifice (4.5% contribution matched)
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Professional development scheme
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Sponsorship of professional fees
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2 paid corporate social responsibility days
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Regular social events
Join us and be part of a company that values your professional growth, work-life balance, and your contribution to our success. Make a difference while enjoying the journey with us.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about architecture and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and portfolio.
Join us in shaping the future of architecture. Apply today!
Baily Garner LLP are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/paternity needs.
We are committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage, please let us know.
Example: If you need additional time for assessments, require materials in an alternative format, or need a different interview setting, please inform us, and we will make the necessary arrangements.
