Senior Architectural Technologist – Rail

Location and work arrangement

• The role is based in London and is identified as hybrid.

Role overview

Technical delivery

• Develop architectural models, drawings, schedules, and specifications coordinated with structural, civil, MEP, and railway disciplines.
• Prepare, check, and coordinate technical information; respond to design queries; resolve clashes; and translate design intent into construction-ready documents.
• Meet programme requirements, manage workload, support reporting, and contribute to consistent project delivery.
• Support design workshops, site visits, and timely responses to queries from clients, operators, engineers, and project teams.

Coordination and improvement

• Coordinate information across disciplines and maintain clear communication with project teams.
• Support digital workflow improvements, technical efficiency, and sustainable design considerations.
• Identify issues early, propose practical solutions, and contribute technical inputs to fee proposals, tenders, and delivery strategies.
• Informally guide junior colleagues when needed.

Mandatory requirements

• Strong post-qualification experience producing detailed architectural design information in regulated environments.
• Proficiency in MicroStation OpenBuildings Designer and ProjectWise.
• Ability to produce accurate, detailed design information to a high standard.
• Strong organisational skills, ability to manage competing priorities, and understanding of construction legislation, compliance, and industry standards.
• Experience in transport, industrial, or rail-related environments provides a foundation for safety-critical delivery.

Desirable experience

• Rail project experience, including station layouts, depots, operational facilities, or other railway assets, is valuable.
• Experience with HS2, Transport for London, Network Rail standards, CDM requirements, and technical assurance processes is beneficial.
• Station design, depot buildings, operational railway facilities, rail estate projects, or familiarity with the Building Safety Act are advantageous.
• Revit, BIM workflows, and complex project coordination experience are beneficial.

Communication and collaboration

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation, workshops, site visits, and project queries.
• Collaborate with clients, operators, engineers, and internal teams; maintain well-structured information and timely delivery.
• The position is not leadership-focused, though informal guidance to junior colleagues may be provided.

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