Senior MCIAT Technical Lead

Reference: 30791873698_1770136923

Senior Technical Leader - MCIAT Qualified
Locations: Manchester or Bristol
Salary: £52-58,000 (dependent on experience and location)
Permanent (full-time)

A leading architectural practice is seeking a Senior Technical Leader, who is MCIAT accredited, to join their team in Manchester or Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Chartered Architectural Technologist to lead technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead technical design reviews and ensure compliance with Building Regulations, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and CDM 2015.

Provide expert advice on technical aspects such as fire safety, sustainability, ventilation, and modern construction methods.

Mentor project teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable, and comply with safety and sustainability standards.

Establish and maintain technical standards, QA systems, and knowledge management processes.

Collaborate with contractors, lead procurement processes, and influence project delivery across RIBA stages 3-6.


Experience & Qualifications:

MCIAT Chartered Architectural Technologist.

10+ years of post-qualification experience in technical design, detailing, specification, and construction-stage support.

Proven experience leading technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across RIBA stages 3-6.

Knowledge of the Building Safety Act regime and change control processes.

Ability to establish technical standards, deliver CPD, and mentor teams.

Expertise in at least two areas: sustainability/embodied carbon MMC/modular systems fire & life safety ventilation & overheating external envelopes & moisture.

In-depth understanding of UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and Regulation 7 materials restrictions.

Ability to act as or advise as Principal Designer under CDM 2015/Building Regulations.

Strong construction detailing skills, including specification authoring (NBS), product selection, and testing/commissioning.

Familiarity with warranty provider requirements (NHBC, LABC, etc.) and envelope/physics literacy.

Strong communication skills for technical reports, presentations, and leading reviews.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Technical Leader to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking practice. If you're passionate about technical excellence and compliance, apply today.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

£52,000.00 - £58,000.00
Per annum
GBP52000.00 - GBP58000 per annum

Bristol

Full Time

Added 03/02/2026
Reference: 30791873698_1770136923

Senior MCIAT Technical Lead

Bristol
Full Time

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