Architectural Technologist

Rider Levett Bucknall; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Competitive salary

Healthcare

APC mentoring

Professional membership

Training & development

Job summary

Rider Levett Bucknall in Leeds is seeking an Architectural Technologist to join the Fire Advisory Solutions team. You will assist in producing architectural design information, collaborate with the North Fire Team, and contribute to the delivery of fire strategies and detailed designs.

The role focuses on design development, surveying, quality monitoring, and adherence to relevant standards, with opportunities for professional growth and APC mentoring within a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Working towards MCIAT chartered status.
• Technical background with a degree, or working towards a degree, in Architectural Design.
• Strong design software skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist Design Team in preparing plans, elevations and details; manage drawing issue registers and document management systems.
• Contribute to improving design services through knowledge sharing and innovation.
• Research new construction techniques, materials and products and ensure compliance with British Standards and codes.
• Carry out measured surveys in line with RICS standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Well organised

Customer service

Ambitious

Education

Architectural Design degree

MCIAT chartered status (in progress)

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Architectural Technologist

Department: Built Asset Consultancy

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Leeds

Description

Title: Architectural Technician/Technologist

Division: Fire Advisory Solutions

Location: Leeds

Reporting to: North Fire Team Leader

Why RLB?

At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. Four values that live at the heart of RLB. A place where People Make Progress.

We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless.

Bring them to RLB and you’ll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways.

We’ll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector.

You’ll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights.

What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing.

Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.

Role Overview

Our dedicated Fire Advisory Solutions team at RLB proactively work with both existing and new-build projects for a diverse range of clients in all sectors of the Industry, together with providing various services that can be summarised into design, remediation and assurance. This includes developing fire strategies and detailed design, surveying / quality monitoring of active and passive fire protection systems, fire risk assessments, etc.

We are a sector focused business, operating in the Commercial, Residential, Education, Healthcare and Blue Light sectors. Our engineers and consultants work in close contact with their clients from inception to completion of projects, advising them, among other things, on design matters, value for money and contractual issues that arise during the projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our service to our clients and enjoy long term relationships with them. At RLB we are focused on ‘Customer Service Excellence’.

Due to our growing and diverse workload, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Architectural Technologist to join us to work alongside our existing team assist in the production of architectural design information with the North Fire Team.

Role Responsibilities

• Working as part of the Design Team within the Fire Advisory Solutions Department, assisting team members with general design requirements, including preparation of plans, elevations, detail drawings and measured surveys
• Effectively managing information issue and revision through the use of drawing registers and online document management systems
• Actively contributing to RLB, sharing knowledge promoting ideas and innovation to constantly improve our design services
• Be actively involved in the research of new construction techniques, materials and products, design standards and technology associated with construction and design
• Assisting with ensuring RLB design standards are in accordance with relevant British Standards, Legislation and design codes
• Carry out measured surveys in accordance with RICS code of measuring practice

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a bright and resourceful individual who is eager to grow their career as a designer whilst helping to add new skills to RLB’s design service.

Qualifications

• Working towards MCIAT chartered status
• Technical background with a degree, or working towards a degree, in Architectural Design

Experience

• Competent use of design software, in particular Bluebeam and AutoCad
• Well organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute
• Excellent communication, customer service skills
• A team player, outgoing, flexible and ambitious

Behaviours

• Recognised as a client focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to their peers and seniors. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn
• Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results

RLB Employee Benefits

• Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work-life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.
• Well-Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
• Focus On Wellbeing - We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Healthcare Packages - Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.
• Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in-house mentoring schemes.
• Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
• Exceptional Exposure - You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
• Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.

Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Promise

We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - RLB | Europe

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