About us:
Bluesky Architects is a long-established architectural practice based in Stockport, delivering high-quality public and private sector projects throughout the UK.
We have built a strong reputation for technical excellence and client service across a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, education, residential, blue light, and specialist ballistic training facilities.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Technologist to join our team at an exciting stage in our development. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in leading, shaping and supporting the continued growth of the practice, while delivering technically challenging and rewarding projects.
Our people are our greatest asset. We pride ourselves on having a talented, experienced and collaborative team of architects and architectural technologists who are passionate about delivering innovative, practical and high-quality design solutions for our clients.
At Bluesky, we are committed to delivering exceptional projects through innovation, collaboration and technical excellence. In return, you will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects, contribute to the ongoing success of the business, and help mentor and develop the next generation of architectural professionals.
Job Summary
A senior technologist role reporting to the team of associates and Group Development Director. As a Senior Architectural Technologist, you will play a key role in delivering high quality architectural projects across all RIBA work stages.
You will be responsible for leading by example on technical design and coordination of projects, ensuring excellence in detailing, compliant, buildability and project delivery. Working closely with clients, consultants and contractors, you will help drive projects from concept through top completion while maintaining the high standards of quality that Bluesky pride themselves on.
Main Duties and Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the technical delivery of projects across all RIBA work stages.
- Demonstrate effective project planning, organisation and resource management skills.
- Manage project programmes and monitor progress against key milestones and deliverables.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants and contractors throughout project delivery.
- Attend and lead project meetings, design workshops and technical coordination reviews.
- Prepare, review and coordinate planning applications, tender information, and detailed technical drawing packages and project information.
- Ensure designs comply with current Building Regulations, planning requirements and relevant design standards.
- Coordinate consultant information and resolve complex design and construction issues.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of the Building Regulations, Building Safety Act 2022, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, and other current and emerging legislation.
- Undertake the role of Building Regulations Principal Designer where required, coordinating design teams and ensuring compliance with the Building Regulations and Building Safety Act throughout project development and delivery.
- Support and, where appropriate, undertake Principal Designer duties in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
- Support the delivery of safe, compliant and buildable design solutions. The use and implementation of BIM and digital design processes.
- Produce and coordinate Revit models and project information.
- Manage multidisciplinary model coordination and clash detection processes.
- Undertake site visits, inspections and surveys.
- Respond to project queries, technical submissions and requests for information.
- Support the development and maintenance of company technical standards, procedures and quality management systems.
- Assist in preparing fee proposals, tender submissions and client presentations where required.
- Support the delivery of sustainable design principles and support the delivery of low-carbon solutions.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Architectural Technology.
- Significant post-qualification experience (typically 8+ years) within an architectural practice.
- CIAT membership (ACIAT or MCIAT) or a commitment to achieving chartered status.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic and creative excellence.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering projects through all RIBA work stages.
- Strong technical knowledge and understanding of UK Building Regulations, construction detailing, building materials and construction methodologies across a range of sectors and project types.
- Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations Principal Designer role and responsibilities, and the Building Safety Act 2022.
- Experience of fulfilling duties under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, including identifying, assessing and managing design risks, preparing and maintaining design risk registers, and production of risk assessments throughout project design and delivery.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
- An ability to work individually on own initiative and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Experience within healthcare, education, blue light, public sector or related sectors would be advantageous.
- Proficiency in Revit and BIM-based project delivery. Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Experience preparing, managing and reviewing project documentation using PDF authoring and markup software, including Adobe Acrobat, Nitro, or equivalent.
- Strong understanding of digital document management systems and common collaboration platforms.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong technical and construction knowledge.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Commercial awareness and understanding of project delivery requirements.
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
- Confidence in leading meetings and presenting technical information.
Personal Attributes
- Professional, approachable and collaborative.
- Proactive and self-motivated.
- Innovative and forward-thinking.
- Client-focused and committed to delivering exceptional service.
- Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
- Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
- Passionate about technical excellence and quality.
What we’ll give back to you:
We offer excellent career prospects for the right individual with a competitive salary and benefits including, workplace pension, life insurance, on-site parking, subsidised on-site catering, company sick pay and increasing holiday allowances with length of service. With a Monday – Friday schedule.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for training and development
- Company laptop and mobile phone.
- Company life insurance policy
- Eye care vouchers
- Contributory pension
- Payment of relevant professional subscriptions
- 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Negotiable), increasing with length of service
Disclaimer
The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, educational factors and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exclusive of the tasks that any employee may be required to perform. Blue Sky Design Services Ltd reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.
Blue Sky Design Services Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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