Senior Technical Architect

Senior Technical Architect – Utopia Design Utopia is a forward‑thinking global real‑estate development group dedicated to creating a distinctive portfolio of luxurious and high‑end hospitality assets. The company’s in‑house architectural shop, Utopia Design, is at the heart of its mission, building extraordinary experiences for guests worldwide. Founded in 2023, the team is young, ambitious and driven by creativity, excellence, and the belief that great design transforms the way people live, travel, and connect. About The Company We’re building more than properties – we’re crafting exceptional hospitality destinations. With bold vision and innovative thinking, Utopia Design re‑imagines luxury for today’s world and is just getting started. About The Role We are looking for a technically strong, detail‑oriented architect to join our design team within the real‑estate development business, focusing on boutique hospitality assets. In this role, you will be responsible for translating design intent into fully coordinated, precise, and buildable documentation from RIBA Stage 3 through construction. You will collaborate with the broader design and engineering team and serve as a key point of contact for design problem solving, system integration, and detailing. Full‑time position with up to 40 hours per week. Fully remote; requires participation in daily team meetings (CET hours 9‑17 or 10‑18). Utopia does not provide visa sponsorship or relocation package. Responsibilities Work on a variety of high‑end hospitality projects, focusing on technical development, spatial coordination, and construction‑level detailing. Translate concept and schematic designs into coordinated, buildable Revit models and documentation across RIBA Stages 3‑5. Develop precise technical layouts, assemblies, and details in Revit, ensuring consistency with design intent, constructability, and regulatory requirements. Coordinate architectural models with structural, MEP, and interior design inputs using BIM workflows and Navisworks. Review, resolve, and prevent coordination issues across disciplines; propose feasible, well‑integrated technical solutions. Build and manage project typologies, families, and detail libraries to support efficient design development and standardization. Support tender and construction documentation preparation, ensuring alignment with specifications, codes, and local regulations. Assist in the development of project‑specific systems and façade/roof/technical typologies based on construction logic and material performance. Provide quality control on Revit models and documentation across the team; conduct technical reviews and flag risks early. Collaborate with the procurement team on technical inputs related to material quantities, specifications, and product compatibility. Stay up to date with building systems, construction methods, and BIM automation tools; research and implement best practices in technical design. Supervise and guide BIM modelers and junior technical staff; support in building department‑wide technical workflows and standards. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture. 10 to 15 years of experience in architectural design. Experience working on low‑rise residential and hospitality projects – private homes, villas, hotels, and resorts. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Navisworks (Rhino, Enscape, and other design tools are a plus). Professional‑level English, both written and verbal. Portfolio is a must. We are a vibrant, inclusive, and growing organisation. If you are passionate about design, architecture, and shaping the future of global hospitality, we invite you to grow with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr