Graduate Architectural Technologist

Conrad Consulting Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

On-the-job training

Professional development

Chartered status support

Modern Nottingham office

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd is seeking a Graduate Architectural Technologist to join its Nottingham team, delivering defence and secure-infrastructure projects in a multidisciplinary setting.

You will work under senior guidance to produce drawings, learn Defence standards and UK Building Regulations, and progress from concept to construction in a secure environment, with mentoring and structured development from day one.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Architectural Technology or a related discipline.
• Eligibility to obtain SC Clearance (essential for Defence projects) or existing clearance.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical drawings and specifications, developing detailing skills.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, surveying and planning teams.
• Learn and apply Defence standards, security protocols and UK Building Regulations.
• Assist with project delivery from concept through to construction.
• Work in an accredited secure IT environment with SC-cleared colleagues.

Skills

SC Clearance eligible

Team collaboration

Communication

Proactive learner

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Architectural Technology

Tools

Revit

Job description

A leading multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy is seeking a Graduate Architectural Technologist to join its expanding Nottingham team. The practice has recently invested in a modern new office, providing a high-quality, collaborative environment designed to support continued growth across the Midlands.

The Nottingham office has a strong and growing focus on public sector and secure infrastructure projects, including extensive work across the Defence and MOD estate. The consultancy has a long-established reputation for delivering complex, secure and mission-critical facilities for UK and US Defence clients, supported by a dedicated Defence and Security team with specialist knowledge in secure infrastructure, aviation and high-security environments.

Due to continued project wins, with over 50 infrastructure projects, the team is now looking to appoint a Graduate Architectural Technologist. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to launch their career in a specialist sector, with structured support and exposure to nationally significant projects from day one.

The Role

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting the delivery of a wide range of Defence and secure-infrastructure projects, including feasibility studies, refurbishments, new-build secure facilities, and nationwide programmes of work. Under the guidance of senior colleagues, your responsibilities will include:

• Producing technical drawings and specifications, developing your detailing skills as you progress
• Supporting coordination with internal engineering, surveying and planning teams
• Learning and applying Defence standards, security protocols and UK Building Regulations
• Assisting with project delivery from concept through to construction
• Working within an accredited secure IT environment alongside SC-cleared colleagues

Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Architectural Technology or a related discipline, with a keen interest in building a career in the field
• Eligibility to obtain SC Clearance (essential for Defence projects); existing clearance is advantageous
• Working knowledge of Revit, gained through study or placement experience
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction processes, or a strong willingness to learn
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Good communication and organisational skills, with a proactive and eager approach to learning
• Previous placement, internship or work experience in a construction or design environment beneficial but not essential

What's on Offer

• Salary £27,500 £32,000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to work on high-profile Defence and secure-infrastructure projects from the start of your career
• Mentoring and on-the-job training from experienced colleagues
• Support towards professional development and progression to chartered status (e.g. CIAT)
• Modern new Nottingham office with excellent facilities
• Multi-disciplinary environment with architecture, engineering, surveying and planning under one roof
• Long-term career development within a growing regional team