Architectural Technologist in City

Red King Resourcing; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Red King Resourcing in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Architectural Technologist to translate designs into buildable construction packages, manage BIM workflows and ensure compliance with UK regulations.

You will lead technical detailing, coordinate with design architects, engineers and site teams, and support construction phase with RFIs and site visits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' practical UK experience within an architectural practice or technical consultancy.
• Qualification: MCIAT or qualified by experience (3+ years post-qualification).
• Advanced skills in Autodesk Revit, including complex detailing and family generation.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations (Approved Documents B, L, and O) and construction detailing.
• Familiarity with NBS Specification writing and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of comprehensive technical drawing packages and specifications (RIBA Stages 3-5).
• Maintain and manage BIM models in Revit, enforcing BEP and modeling standards.
• Coordinate MEP models into the master Revit environment.
• Conduct technical reviews and ensure compliance with UK regulations and Welsh standards.
• Provide technical support during construction, respond to RFIs and perform site visits.

Skills

UK construction experience

Construction detailing

BIM coordination

Education

MCIAT or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

NBS Specification writing

Job description

bout the Role

We are looking for a skilled Architectural Technologist to join our technical delivery team in Cardiff. This role focuses on translating design concepts into accurate construction packages, technical detailing, and managing BIM workflows. You will work closely with design architects, project managers, and site teams to deliver technically sound, compliant, and buildable projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the production of comprehensive technical drawing packages, detailed assembly drawings, and specifications (RIBA Stages 3-5).
• Maintain and manage project BIM models in Autodesk Revit, enforcing BEP (BIM Execution Plan) and modeling standards.
• Conduct technical reviews, fire safety assessments, and compliance checks against UK Building Regulations and relevant Welsh standards.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering models into the master Revit environment.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, responding to RFIs and conducting site visits to verify compliance with technical documentation.

Requirements

• Qualification: MCIAT or qualified by experience (minimum 3 years post-qualification / post-degree experience).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years' practical UK experience within an architectural practice or technical consultancy.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced, proven skills in Autodesk Revit (including complex detailing, parameter management, and family generation).
• Deep understanding of UK Building Regulations (including Approved Documents B, L, and O) and construction detailing.
• Working knowledge of NBS Specification writing and AutoCAD.
• Valid UK work authorization.