Architectural Technician/Technologist

Gensler; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative Architectural Technician/Technologist to join their Birmingham Studio. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise in Revit and BIM to deliver innovative architectural solutions across diverse projects. Collaborating with a talented team, you will design and support the execution of retail and data centre projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant projects for global cloud service providers, making a real impact in the field of architecture. If you are passionate about design and eager to contribute to cutting-edge projects, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology with relevant experience.
• Expert knowledge of Autodesk Revit and BIM software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver architecture projects focusing on retail and data centre design.
• Support detailed technical development and oversee all project phases.

Skills

Revit

BIM

Communication Skills

Construction Techniques

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architectural Technology

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Your Role

Due to increased workload in the UK and Europe, Gensler’s Birmingham Studio is seeking an Architectural Technician/Technologist to join our team. You will be a Revit genius who will be responsible for initiating the technical solutions to best meet the client and design briefs. You will be experienced in handling the technical process, with excellent communication and team relationship skills, and the ability to understand and interpret client, designer and contractor’s needs and requirements.

What You Will Do

• As an Architectural Technician/Technologist, you will tap into your boundless creativity to design unique professional environments, providing technical support for completion and execution of projects, working on all project stages.
• Design and deliver architecture projects with a focus on retail, workplace and data centre design and delivery.
• Operate across multiple projects simultaneously working in diverse teams to deliver major projects for global cloud service providers.
• Work with our wider offices and consultancy team to develop innovative technical design solutions.
• Initiate the technical solutions which best meet the clients brief.
• Support the team in detailed technical development of design and technical input during the preparation and execution of construction documents and on site.
• Support the team in collaboration with the Design Manager and Designer colleagues.
• Help with the technical aspects of the project team and oversee all phases.
• Manage the design team towards a cohesive and rational technical solution which conforms to the project brief and is technically, legally and financially responsible.
• Prepare plans, elevations, details and sections of detailed construction drawings from measured and point cloud surveys and from photographs, by hand and on computer.
• Assist with the coordination of Consultants on a mixture of new built as well as refurbishment projects.
• Interfacing with engineers, specialist consultants, manufacturers and cost consultants as required, including use of Navisworks.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology or equivalent, with demonstrable experience in design, detailing and/or construction practice.
• Expert knowledge of and proven practical background in Autodesk Revit and related BIM software.
• Experience in the design and delivery of industrial architecture projects is essential, experience in data centre design and delivery an advantage.
• You will have extensive knowledge of construction techniques and be capable of working across multiple projects.
• Capable of working in Revit environment to BIM Level 2 standards.
• Must be willing to travel to sites across UK and Europe.
• Articulate, passionate and persuasive communicator able to convey BIM concepts to all levels of design and delivery professionals and clients.
• Team player with leadership skills with a flexible and open attitude.
• The ability to support a team with good collaboration skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently.

This job description reflects the core activities of the role although there will be changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time.

Please apply for this Architectural Technician/Technologist role and submit your CV and brief portfolio for review. Candidates who do not meet the criteria, or provide work samples will not be considered.