Architectural Technologist (Minor Works Projects)

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service; United States; Remote; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization is looking for an Architectural Technologist to provide architectural design services for maintenance and refurbishment projects. The role offers flexible working, inclusive culture, and stakeholder collaboration, ideal for those looking to apply their expertise in supporting estate assets management.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

Support for flexible working

On site and gym facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in architectural estates-related projects.
• Experience with design development and tendering processes.
• Management of contractors and project cost.

Responsibilities

• Provide full architectural design service for maintenance and refurbishment.
• Manage design process and project management methodology.
• Assist in development of design briefs and obtain statutory approvals.

Skills

Design development

Technical specifications preparation

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Architectural Technology

HNC/D qualification in architectural theory

Job description

Your new company
Hays are representing a large public sector organisation who have four sites in Northern Ireland which comprises of a number of buildings ranging in ages and design, including administration buildings, lecture theatres, sports halls, laboratories and libraries, as well as an expansive outdoor landscape incorporating sports pitches and car parking. They are seeking an Architectural Technologist to assist their estates assets team with the design and delivery of minor works projects across the estate.

Your new role
This is an initial 6 month contract position with the likelihood of extension.The role can be based at this organisation's office in Belfast, Derry or Coleraine.

The main duties of this role are:

To provide a full architectural design service in respect of maintenance and refurbishment work across the portfolio of properties;

Management of the design process utilising the RIBA design work-stages and any other prescribed approach, and to assist in the consistent application of the unit's project-management methodology;

Assisting in the development of comprehensive design briefs in liaison with the relevant project managers, building occupiers and other stake-holders;

Obtaining any necessary statutory approvals related to architectural designs, including the production and submission of all related documentation;

The provision of technical support and advice on all aspects of the maintenance and refurbishment of building fabric and the preparation of full design packages for use in procurement exercises.

What you'll need to succeed
Educated to degree level in Architectural Technology or similar qualification

OR

Educated to degree level and qualified to HNC/D level in a subject with a substantial content of architectural theory.

AND

A minimum of two years work experience in small to medium architectural estates-related projects focused on operation and maintenance/refurbishment improvements.

Experience to include:

Design development /preparation of technical specifications/tendering processes, liaison with internal stakeholders or client bodies.

Management of contractors.

Management of project cost and quality standards.

Transition planning & management, and commissioning & handover of completed projects to point of occupation and post project review.

What you'll get in return
£39,100 - £46,500 pro rata.

40 days annual leave.

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

An environment that supports flexible working and allows you to balance both work and home life.

An open and inclusive environment that celebrates and welcomes diversity.

On site and gym facilities.

What you need to do now


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