ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST - INITAL 6 MONTHS - INSIDE IR35

One of Loriens Central Belt clients is looking for a experienced Architectural Technologist to join them on a 6 month contract.

JOB PURPOSE

The postholder will undertake and/or assist with the development, design and administration of construction projects and planned improvements works being undertaken by Construction Services.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES/KEY TASKS

• To undertake site and building investigation and surveys, including dimensional surveys and asset management surveys.
• To prepare or assist in the preparation of Feasibility Studies and reports on property and construction projects.
• To assist with the preliminary and detailed design of all architectural aspects of new buildings, refurbishments, alterations, planned improvements etc
• To prepare construction details, production information and building specifications (NBS and Outline Specifications) for projects as required.
• To assist in the administration of planned improvement and minor works contracts and monitoring of contract / project expenditure, including site inspection duties.
• To participate in design teams for major construction projects.
• To provide technical advice and liaise with other colleagues on construction matters relevant to ongoing projects.
• Progress planned improvements and minor works programme from initial stage to completion within timescales identified.
• Progress capital and client revenue projects including feasibility, sketch design and design stages.
• Produce information including drawings and specifications and building legislation compliance.
• Liaise with property users and contractors.
• Provide support for detailed inspections building/fabric i.e. alleged building defects or complaints concerning the condition of property.
• Prepare detailed layout plans for existing properties.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

HNC in Architectural Technology or equivalent.Experience of using AutoCADTechnical knowledge of construction techniques Knowledge of project managementKnowledge of building regulationsKnowledge of CDM regulationsKnowledge of building contractsKnowledge of planning legislation

Desirable

Knowledge of Microsoft Office packagesExperience of using NBS Specification writer

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.