Senior Architectural Technologist

CORSTORPHINE + WRIGHT LTD; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working opportunities

Life assurance

Bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Corstorphine & Wright is an award-winning architectural practice with design studios across the UK, and we are seeking a Senior Architectural Technician/Technologist for the Birmingham Studio. The role focuses on delivering high-quality technical drawings and documentation while collaborating across teams.

You will act as Project Manager where required, maintain regulatory knowledge, manage detailed design outputs using CAD/BIM, mentor junior staff, and ensure quality and compliance in line with

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering projects independently through multiple RIBA stages.
• Strong BIM and CAD capability with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• HNC/HND in a related discipline, or significant relevant professional experience.
• Membership of CIAT or working towards chartered status.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and associated technical standards.
• Ability to manage workload, make clear decisions and meet demanding deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and share knowledge.
• Experience liaising with clients, contractors, consultants and third parties.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Producing high quality technical drawings and supporting documentation in line with QMS procedures.
• Acting as Project Manager where required, ensuring services delivered efficiently, on time and within budget.
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of legislation, Building Regulations and Health & Safety requirements.
• Ensuring full implementation of the Quality Management System.
• Managing production of detailed design drawings, working drawings, schedules and specifications using CAD and/or BIM.
• Arranging project reviews to help resolve technical challenges.
• Maintaining accurate project records through CMAP (with training provided).
• Understanding Appointment Documents, Scopes of Services and construction contract obligations.
• Reporting potential PI claims or risks to Directors.
• Mentoring junior technical team members and supporting their development.

Skills

BIM proficiency

CAD capability

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Time management

Education

HNC/HND in related discipline

CIAT membership / chartered status

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Architectural Technician / Technologist

Location: Birmingham

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

About Us

Corstorphine & Wright is an award-winning architectural practice with design Studios across the UK.

We are a dedicated team of 300+ enthusiastic individuals that care about creating places that foster human connection while adding commercial, civic, environmental, and social value.

Everything we do is beautifully crafted, exceptionally efficient and people driven by design.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Architectural Technician / Technologist to join our talented and motivated team in the Birmingham Studio, stepping into an established role within our friendly and collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Producing high quality technical drawings and supporting documentation in line with Corstorphine & Wright’s Quality Management procedures
• Acting as Project Manager where required, ensuring technical services are delivered efficiently, on time and within budget
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of legislation, Building Regulations, Building Bulletins and Health & Safety requirements
• Ensuring full implementation of Corstorphine & Wright’s Quality Management System
• Managing the production of detailed design drawings, working drawings, schedules and specifications using CAD and/or BIM
• Arranging project reviews to help resolve technical challenges
• Maintaining accurate project records through CMAP (with training provided)
• Ensuring clear understanding of Appointment Documents, Scopes of Services and construction contract obligations
• Reporting potential PI claims or risks to Directors
• Mentoring junior technical team members and supporting their development
• Attending project, studio and site meetings and ensuring high quality communication across all parties
• Managing confidential information appropriately
• Supporting the maintenance of strong relationships with clients, contractors, colleagues and external stakeholders

About you

We are looking for candidates who possess the following experience and skills:

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering projects independently through multiple RIBA stages
• Strong BIM and CAD capability with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• HNC/HND in a related discipline, or significant relevant professional experience
• Membership of CIAT or working towards chartered status
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and associated technical standards
• Ability to manage workload, make clear decisions and meet demanding deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and share knowledge
• Experience liaising with clients, contractors, consultants and third parties
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Excellent communication skills

What you will get in return:

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that promotes a work-life balance and supports your professional development needs. Life assurance, bonus scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Program, hybrid working opportunities, regular social activities plus more are among some of the benefits on offer to our Corstorphine & Wright colleagues.

Corstorphine & Wright is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment throughout the employee lifecycle.

Please note that we are not looking to work with recruitment agencies at this time.