Job Description

Thistle Architecture - Winchester

Location:

Office-based in Winchester (hybrid working available later)

Job Type:

Full-time, permanent

Salary:

30,000 - 38,000 per year, depending on experience

About Thistle Architecture

Thistle Architecture is a growing, developer-led architectural practice specialising in the retrofit, reuse, and conversion of existing buildings across the UK.

We work on projects from early-stage feasibility through to detailed technical design and construction support. Our focus is on clear, buildable design, delivered efficiently and with a strong understanding of commercial and regulatory constraints.

As the practice grows, we are strengthening our technical capability and are looking for an experienced Architectural Technologist to play a key role in the preparation and coordination of technical drawing packages across a wide range of projects.

The Role

This is a hands-on technical role for an Architectural Technologist with solid experience who is looking to develop and take on more responsibility within a growing practice.

You will work closely with the founder, front-end designers, and consultants to deliver robust technical drawing packages, supporting projects from planning-stage coordination through to RIBA Stage 4 technical design.

While this is not a management role, it offers clear scope to grow into a more senior technical position as the practice scales.

This is an office-led role initially, to allow for close coordination, learning, and collaboration. Hybrid working can be introduced once you are fully established.

Types of Projects You Will Work On

You will be involved in the technical delivery of a varied range of

existing-building projects

, including:

Commercial-to-residential conversions

Residential extensions and refurbishments

Loft conversions and structural alterations

Flats, HMOs and co-living schemes

Mixed-use developments

Office and retail refurbishments

Small to mid-scale multi-unit residential schemes

Projects within conservation areas

This variety offers strong technical development and exposure to real-world construction challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Producing and developing technical drawing packages from planning coordination through to Stage 4.

Preparing detailed drawings, details, and schedules suitable for:

o tender

o building control

o construction

Coordinating technical information with consultants, including:

o structural engineers

o building control

o fire and acoustic consultants

o M&E engineers

Ensuring drawings are clear, compliant, and buildable.

Supporting the resolution of technical issues during design and construction stages.

Working closely with front-end designers to translate concept designs into robust technical solutions.

What We're Looking For

An Architectural Technologist with solid UK project experience, particularly in residential and conversion work.

Strong understanding of:

o Building Regulations

o construction detailing

o materials and build-ups

Proficient in

AutoCAD

(essential).

Well organised, methodical, and detail-focused.

Comfortable working across multiple projects.

Keen to develop technically and progress within a growing practice.

Happy to be office-based initially and work as part of a close-knit team.

Experience with Revit or other BIM software is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join Thistle Architecture

Exposure to a wide range of technically interesting retrofit and conversion projects.

Opportunity to build strong technical experience across multiple project types.

Close collaboration with designers and consultants.

A growing, ambitious practice with clear direction.

A supportive environment with scope for progression as the team expands.

Office-based mentoring and day-to-day collaboration.

Opportunity to help build the technical team as the practice grows.

Who This Role Is Not For

This role is not suited to someone who:

Is looking for a management position

Wants fully remote working from day one

Prefers highly corporate slow pace, or rigid practice environments

Next Steps

If you are an Architectural Technologist looking to develop your technical skills and take on meaningful responsibility within a growing, developer-led practice, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Referral programme Work from home
Application question(s):

Have you produced and delivered a stage 4 package before? Are you within an hour drive of Winchester?
Experience:

Practice : 4 years (required)
Work Location: In person