Job Description
An outstanding AJ100 Architectural Practice in Newcastle requires a purpose-driven Architectural Technologist to join their talented team, working on their biggest project to date!
Our partnered clients passion lies in creating spaces that enhance people s lives. For over 40 years, they have brought energy, enthusiasm, and expertise to every project undertaken, whatever the scale or sector.
Their primary expertise is in designing for people, with a particular focus on the Residential and healthcare sectors. Project work includes affordable housing, private homes, specialist living for older adults, acute healthcare, integrated care, and mental health environments.
They are an ambitious and growing practice constantly challenging to seek personal and professional growth. Their commitment to enhancing people s lives extends to their employees creating a great place to work, with employee development at heart, supporting their team to grow rewarding careers while delivering work they care about.
About the Role
Required is an experienced, passionate and purpose-driven Architectural Technologist, the type who knows how buildings are constructed. You will lead and support the technical delivery of exciting projects across all RIBA design stages from concept to completion. This is a hands-on, technical role, with responsibility for managing, mentoring, and inspiring a wider project team.
You ll work closely with clients, consultants, and contractors, ensuring projects are technically sound, well-coordinated, and delivered to the highest standards.
Architectural Technologist Job requirements
- You must be an Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (ACIAT)
- You must have a BSc or equivalent degree in Architectural Technology, or HNC/HND qualifications
- If not already obtained, you should be willing to work towards MCIAT accreditation
- You must hold a current CSCS card, or be willing to immediately obtain one
- Experience in a similar technical role managing projects and project teams
- Strong technical knowledge of relevant construction, health & safety legislation, planning standards, and UK building regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Revit
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive, adaptable attitude, able to respond to evolving project needs
- Commitment to personal and team professional development
Architectural Technologist Job responsibilities
- Lead project teams, managing the technical delivery of projects through all RIBA stages.
- Mentor and support junior team members.
- Prepare and deliver drawings, specifications, schedules and reports, or project manage the team to deliver these.
- Undertake surveys and site visits as required.
- Manage statutory approvals, including Planning and Building Regulations.
- Maintain strong relationships and liaise with clients throughout all projects.
- Plan resources, monitor progress, and manage project budgets and fee expenditure.
- Ensure compliance with practice QA procedures and key deliverables at each project stage.
- Provide regular, supportive feedback to team members.
- Participate in technical reviews, team meetings, and practice-wide events.
- Travel to other offices as required
Job benefits
Salary depending on experience £35,000 - £45,000.
Pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Christmas shutdown.
Flexible and hybrid working
Professional fees paid
Profit share scheme
Health & wellbeing scheme.
Interested? Apply now by submitting your CV or for further information, please contact James Jackson at Conrad Consulting.
