Architectural Technologist

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Join a multi disciplinary team working on projects around the world, including the creation of a new, world-class Botanical Garden destination in the Isle of Man, a UNESCO biosphere reserve.

We are recruiting an expert Architectural Technologist for a long-term opportunity on our team, taking numerous integrated design projects from inception to completion and post-occupancy evaluation. We work on a range of commercial, office, residential and ecotourism projects. The main project is a new Botanical Garden taking root in the Isle of Man, which includes restoration works, new build mixed-use, and innovative construction solutions.

This role can be performed remotely by someone who can work in UK office hours and travel occasionally to the Isle of Man. Our preference is a colleague who can be based in the Isle of Man. All of our work is cloud-based, using Revit, and we meet on Google Meet daily to discuss project status and details.

The team is a multidisciplinary group who share a passion for excellence, innovation and sustainability. We aim to transform a private estate into a public environment that will be appreciated over many generations. The project is a celebration of global plant diversity, a showcase for ideas in construction, conservation, and agriculture, and a place where our relationship to the land can be refreshed and enhanced.

This position requires a hands-on professional with strong construction knowledge, technical skills and the ability to detail a project throughout all stages of construction. An ability to work proactively and to engage in the design process alongside other architectural professionals will be integral to the role. We have a special interest in both authentic, traditional materials together with new materials and construction technologies that require technical research and assessment within the team. Furthermore we are designing for material longevity with consideration given to long term maintenance strategies.

Skills and experience

Candidates should have experience in diverse construction projects that require careful consideration. We are a small team and we enjoy tackling difficult problems with a hands-on approach to problem solving. Suitable qualifications and chartership, preferably CIAT, is essential.

The successful candidate will work within a design team to develop and detail construction packages. Extensive Revit experience is a requirement. We use Autodesk’s cloud based modelling, collaboration and management tools to collaborate with global experts. This position will lead BIM execution across all participating disciplines. The candidate should also be comfortable on-site, and the ability to quickly convey construction ideas to the on site teams via hand sketches and schematics is essential.

Requirements and responsibilities

Professional qualification and chartership, preferably CIAT accredited

Conversant with the UK Building Regulations and Planning Policies

Experience in a variety of construction methods

Interest in traditional methods and materials

Interest in materials and methodology innovation

Knowledge of NBS specification

Fluency in AutoCAD and Revit

Strong technical skills and construction detailing

Personal motivation to deliver exceptional work

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail, precision and accuracy

Good interpersonal skills and effective liaison with external specialists

Excellent written and spoken English

Positive work ethic and self-motivated approach

We offer a competitive salary & benefits package. As a team, we enjoy the opportunity to improve our knowledge, skills, and experience working on projects with a unique scope and brief, in a beautiful and remarkable setting. The Isle of Man is a British Isle, the only nation that is entirely a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The lifestyle here suits people who like the outdoors - fresh air (sometimes very fresh indeed), dark skies, and scenery. Coasteering, hill walking, rambling, diving, and sailing are all popular. While the island does turn into a frenzy of activity during the annual madness of the TT motorcycle race, it is otherwise peaceful, relaxed and authentic. At once familiar and yet different, it is a superb place to raise a family, or create and enjoy a world-class botanical garden.