Senior Design and Architectural Technician

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Designer to play a key role in delivering high-quality, commercially sound residential developments. This position involves supporting the Planning function with detailed designs and technical information required for planning submissions, while ensuring schemes meet regulatory standards and business objectives.

The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced design and technical expertise, strong process management skills, and the ability to mentor and support colleagues within the design team.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Development

Prepare and present design information in a clear, consistent format aligned with departmental standards.

Ensure all proposals comply with relevant regulations and statutory requirements, including Building Regulations, warranty provider standards, highways and utilities authority guidance.

Attend and contribute to key project meetings, including concept, tender, pre-start and specification reviews.

Manage project timelines to achieve demanding delivery programmes.

Oversee consultant appointments, ensuring information is coordinated, accurate, and delivered on schedule and within budget.

Develop and coordinate high-quality design solutions, incorporating standard products and technical details where appropriate.

Work collaboratively with internal teams to confirm schemes are technically feasible and commercially viable.

Implement and maintain quality management processes across all design outputs.

Organise and lead design coordination meetings, ensuring actions are documented and progressed.

Liaise and negotiate with local authorities, statutory bodies, and external consultants to secure necessary approvals.

Development Phase

Coordinate closely with engineering colleagues to ensure designs meet adoptable and approval standards.

Respond effectively to legislative or regulatory changes affecting design and construction.

Planning & Community Engagement

Support public consultation processes and manage feedback relating to planning submissions.

Assist in negotiating planning obligations, assessing commercial implications, and working toward viable agreements.

Ensure planning conditions are addressed and discharged in a timely manner.

Contribute to ongoing house type design reviews.

Take responsibility for planning and development activities across a portfolio of sites.

Experience & Qualifications

Degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Urban Design, or a related discipline.

Proven experience within the residential development or housebuilding sector.

Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage multiple planning applications simultaneously.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant design software.

Strong communication, coordination, and leadership skills.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Pension scheme with employer contributions.

Life assurance and private healthcare.

Flexible benefits options, including the ability to tailor your package to suit your circumstances.

Professional development programmes and career progression opportunities.

A collaborative and inclusive working environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. We are dedicated to removing barriers in our recruitment process and ensuring equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Linsco is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy