Architectural Technologist - ORK09610

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization in Kirkwall seeks an Architectural Technologist to join their established Architecture team. This role involves design work and contract management for various construction projects. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and some experience in project management. Opportunities for career progression are available based on qualifications and experience. The salary ranges from £31,601 to £40,872 depending on the grade.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable design ability with a good understanding of construction.
• Experience in contract administration and project management.
• Ability to travel effectively within Orkney.

Responsibilities

• Join the Architecture team for design work and contract management.
• Oversee new build, refurbishment, and maintenance programmes.

Skills

Construction detailing

Materials specification

Contract administration

Project management

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Education

SVQ 3/HNC in Building/Architectural Studies

SVQ 4/HND in Building/Architectural Studies

Full membership of CIAT (MCIAT)

Job description

Advert

INFRASTRUCTURE AND ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Property and Capital Projects - Architecture

Architectural Technologist

35 hours per week

Permanent

£31,601 - £33,791 / £34,320 - £36,985 / £37,404 - £40,872

£17.32 - £18.52 / £18.81 - £20.27 / £20.50 - £22.40 per hour

The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance

We are recruiting for an Architectural Technologist to join an established Architecture team within Infrastructure and Organisational Development.

The post is a career graded post commencing at Grade F with the opportunity to progress up to Grade H once the relevant qualifications, knowledge and experience have been obtained.

Our workload currently covers design work and contract management for our new build, refurbishment and maintenance programmes.

You should be able to demonstrate design ability, with a good understanding of construction detailing, materials specification and a working knowledge of the Scottish Building Standards. Some experience of contract administration and project management, together with an understanding of contract issues is also required, a knowledge of CDM Regulations is desirable.

To be appointed at Grade F, an SVQ 3/HNC qualification in Building/Architectural Studies, or equivalent, is essential, while appointment at Grade G or H requires a minimum of SVQ4/HND in Building/Architectural Studies or equivalent.

Grade H appointees will also require to be a full member of CIAT (MCIAT), or equivalent.

You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.

This post is subject to Level 1 Disclosure Scotland clearance.

For an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact Erlend Hutchison, Team Manager Architecture, e-mail: [e-mail], or Glen Thomson, Service Manager Property and Capital Programme, e-mail: [e-mail] or telephone: [phone].

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 31 August 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.