Principal Architect

Jobtailor; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Costain Manchester Office is seeking an experienced Architectural Technologist to lead multi-discipline architectural designs, deliver 3D BIM models, and ensure interfaces are accurately defined in line with the BIM Execution Plan.

You will collaborate with vendors, supervise deliverables, support tender work, and mentor junior engineers while maintaining UK standards and CDM 2015 requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Architectural Technology (BSc), Architecture (BArch) or similar professional qualification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industry or practice
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and MS Office
• In-depth understanding of BIM and BS EN ISO 19650
• Experience at Concept/FEED stages and UK design standards

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop key work packages of multi-discipline designs across the project lifecycle
• Prepare architectural deliverables including models, drawings, diagrams, schedules and reports
• Produce and manage 3D models in line with the BIM Execution Plan
• Coordinate interfaces with other disciplines, vendors and suppliers
• Undertake QA/QC activities within the Common Data Environment and monitor progress

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

MS Office

BIM

Education

Architectural Technology Degree

Tools

Navisworks

MS Office

Common Data Environment

Job description

• Manage and develop key work packages of multi-discipline engineering designs across the project lifecycle
• Prepare and develop architectural deliverables and supporting information, including models, drawings, diagrams, schedules and reports
• Produce, develop and manage 3D models in compliance with the BIM Execution Plan
• Coordinate with other disciplines, vendors and suppliers to define and accurately design interfaces
• Work within a Common Data Environment in accordance with the BIM Execution Plan and undertake QA/QC activities
• Deliver activities within budget and schedule while maintaining technical integrity and reporting holds, blockers and challenges
• Ensure work complies with client briefs, design regulations, standards and procedures
• Assist with future tenders and bids
• Help grow the Architectural Function within Costain Engineering Limited
• Promote company values and high standards of safe and ethical behaviour
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental policies, legislation and client requirements
• Collaborate with business development, work-winning and marketing functions on new opportunities and tender development
• Develop and review engineering strategies, estimates, schedules, risk registers, engineering gates and technical proposals
• Support the Discipline Manager in developing and mentoring project engineering team members
• Support improvement of project engineering processes, workflows, methods, competencies, software systems and technical standards
• Capture and embed project lessons learned

Requirements

• Degree-level qualification in Architectural Technology (BSc), Architecture (BArch) or similar professional qualification, or qualification to City & Guilds or HNC/HND level
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industry or practice
• Demonstrable proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and MS Office
• In-depth understanding of BIM and BS EN ISO 19650
• Extensive experience working at Concept/FEED stages of the project life cycle
• Strong knowledge of design working practices, UK legislation and British Standards
• Strong technical detailing of architectural elements, including external and internal building fabric
• Understanding of Designer duties under CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act, plus awareness of relevant legislation
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to work from the Costain Manchester Office a minimum of 3 days a week and potentially 5 days depending on project security aspects
• Mobility to travel to Costain/client offices, project sites and suppliers
• Eligibility to achieve SC clearance — UK Citizen or 5 Years UK Residency
• Experience in requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment (desirable)
• Strong engineering and business system/software skills (desirable)
• Civils, Structures and Infrastructure knowledge (desirable)
• Nuclear, Chemical or similar process industry sector experience (desirable)
• Registration/chartership with relevant professional body such as CIAT, RIBA or CIOB (desirable)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing multi-discipline engineering designs and developing architectural deliverables, including 3D models in compliance with BIM standards. Proficient in coordinating with various stakeholders while ensuring adherence to design regulations and client requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• BIM Execution Plan Compliance
• Revit Proficiency
• AutoCAD Proficiency
• Architectural Technology Degree
• CDM 2015 Understanding

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• 3D Modeling
• Technical Detailing
• Design Working Practices
• Project Lifecycle Management
• Risk Register Development

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Written Communication
• Problem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• CIAT Registration
• RIBA Registration
• CIOB Registration

Industry Keywords

• UK Legislation
• British Standards
• Building Safety Act
• CE Marking Requirements
• Nuclear Industry Experience

Tools & Technologies

• Navisworks
• MS Office
• Common Data Environment