Architectural Technician

Location:

Barnstaple (EX31) – Devon, South West, United Kingdom

Salary:

£30000 – £40000 per annum + Company Benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Construction Jobs

Other Industries & Skills: 

Architecture

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132661285

Posted On: 

28 January 2026

Architectural Technician

Location: Barnstaple

Salary: GBP30-40,000 depending on experience

A respected and long-established architectural practice in North Devon is looking to appoint an Architectural Technician to join its friendly and expanding team. The studio works on a varied portfolio of residential, agricultural, and commercial schemes across rural and countryside settings throughout the South West. Projects include bespoke new homes, conversions, heritage, and conservation work. The practice is recognised for its strong technical capability, sensitive design approach, and long-standing client relationships.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary based on experience
* Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing practice
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Monday to Friday hours, 8:30am to 5:00pm, promoting work life balance
* Opportunity to live and work in one of the UK’s most attractive rural regions

Daily Duties:

* Producing architectural and technical drawings from concept through to construction
* Preparing planning application drawings and supporting documentation
* Assisting with Building Regulations submissions and detailed technical packages
* Undertaking measured building surveys
* Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, and local authorities
* Supporting project delivery across multiple project stages
* Conducting site visits across North Devon and the wider South West
* Contributing to sustainable, high-quality, and context-led rural design solutions

Ideal Candidate:

* Qualified Architectural Technician or Technologist with proven UK practice experience
* Background in a small or medium-sized practice preferred
* Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations
* Experience on residential, rural, agricultural, or commercial projects
* Excellent technical detailing and drawing skills
* Proficient in Revit, with AutoCAD, SketchUp, and D5 Render as a bonus
* Well organised with strong attention to detail
* Confident communicator with a proactive and collaborative approach
* Able to manage workload independently while working effectively within a team

for this role, please call Sophie on # # or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to # I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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