Architect / Senior Architectural Technologist

Lawray Architects; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist with at least 3 years’ post qualification experience. You will manage the full construction lifecycle, contribute to diverse projects, and enjoy a competitive salary along with health benefits and career development opportunities. The role requires proficiency in Revit and strong design skills, focusing on client relationships and team collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Access to private healthcare

Career development opportunities

Team-building activities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ post qualification experience including leading projects.
• Proficient in using Revit and tech-savvy with good BIM understanding.
• Exceptional design skills with knowledge of technical and construction information.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full construction lifecycle for various projects.
• Lead and influence project teams for impactful outcomes.
• Establish and consolidate client relationships to identify business opportunities.

Skills

Revit

BIM understanding

Design skills

People management

Client focus

Job description

Overview

Lawray Architects is an award-winning chartered architectural practice. Renowned for our expertise across sectors such as education, commercial, bluelight and industrial, we offer a supportive and dynamic environment that fosters collaboration between our studios across the UK.

We are seeking an experienced Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist with 3+ years’ post qualification experience. Based in our vibrant, modern studio in central Cardiff, you’ll be part of a strong team dedicated to delivering ambitious and diverse projects.

You’ll take a leading role in managing the full construction lifecycle, contributing to impactful projects across a variety of sectors. From managing personnel to applying your exceptional technical skills, this is a chance to lead with impact and innovation.

Rewards & Benefits

• Attractive reward package including a competitive salary, pension scheme, and life assurance
• Access to private healthcare and employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career development opportunities and personalised learning support
• Regular team-building activities and socials

What we’re looking for

• 3+ years’ post qualification experience including leading projects.
• Proficient in using Revit, generally tech savvy with good BIM understanding.
• Exceptional design skills with a thorough knowledge of technical and construction information.
• Experience in delivering architectural projects under traditional and design & build procurement routes.
• Client focus & commercial awareness with experience of establishing and consolidating relationships to identify and realise business opportunities.
• Collaborative team player with good motivation, influencing, people management and delegation skills.
• Experience of all RIBA Plan of Work stages from inception to traditional contract administration (desirable).
• Legal knowledge relating to contracts, regulations, codes etc.

Our studio

• Excellent transport links, close to Cardiff Central Station and Cardiff Bus Interchange
• Great amenities including new cycling and shower facilities

Please apply with your CV, portfolio and short cover note telling us a bit about you and your career journey so far.