Chartered Architectural Technologist

Brandon James; York; Hybrid; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded public organisation seeks a Chartered Architectural Technologist to join its expert Regions Group. This full-time role focuses on national heritage funding programmes, involving technical assessments and community engagement to conserve England's historic buildings. The position includes fixed-term employment until March 2026, with hybrid working options across several regional offices.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus public holidays

28.97% employer pension contribution

Free entry to English Heritage sites

Professional development and networking

Qualifications

• Strong experience in sustainable upgrade of traditional buildings.
• Confident in reviewing conservation-led design solutions.
• Sound understanding of conservation principles.

Responsibilities

• Assess detailed technical submissions for heritage grant programmes.
• Advise on design, repair, and reuse of traditional buildings.
• Conduct site inspections and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Technical expertise

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Report-writing skills

Education

Qualified member of CIAT

Job description

A highly regarded public organisation dedicated to conserving England's historic environment is looking to appoint a Chartered Architectural Technologist to join its expert Regions Group. This is a rare opportunity for a Chartered Architectural Technologist to contribute directly to nationally important heritage funding programmes that deliver real community and conservation outcomes.

This full-time, fixed-term contract runs until March 2026 and offers hybrid working from one of the following regional offices: Newcastle, York, Manchester, Birmingham, Swindon, Bristol, Portsmouth, Cambridge or London.

The Chartered Architectural Technologist's role

As a Chartered Architectural Technologist, you will work as part of a central technical team responsible for delivering targeted heritage grant programmes across England. You will use your technical expertise and analytical skills to advise on the design, repair, and reuse of traditional buildings at risk, supporting local community groups, private owners, building trusts and professional advisers.

The Chartered Architectural Technologist will assess detailed technical submissions, review specifications and drawings, and guide applicants to ensure that their proposals meet conservation, repair and sustainability criteria. You will also evaluate the potential for community benefit, advise on funding readiness, and monitor works throughout the delivery cycle-acting as a consistent technical resource for regional teams.

Site inspections, including those requiring physical access to scaffolding and confined spaces, are a key part of this role. Evening or weekend meetings with stakeholders may occasionally be required.

The Chartered Architectural Technologist

Applicants must be a current member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) or hold a qualification recognised by CIAT. The successful Chartered Architectural Technologist will have strong experience in the repair, alteration and sustainable upgrade of traditional buildings, particularly within historic contexts.

You'll be confident reviewing conservation-led design solutions and providing clear written advice and technical evaluations. A sound understanding of conservation principles, grant programme processes, and the broader benefits of heritage regeneration is key, along with excellent interpersonal and report-writing skills.

In Return?

• Fixed salary of GBP38,067 per annum
• 28 days annual leave plus public holidays
• 28.97% employer pension contribution
• Free entry to English Heritage sites
• Hybrid working from designated regional office
• Nationally significant conservation and grant programmes
• Professional development and networking with expert teams

Architectural Technologist CIAT Heritage Conservation Traditional Building Repair Grant-Funded Projects Fixed-Term Contract