Architectural Technician or Technologist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Architectural Technician or Technologist
Cardiff
Salary up to £35,000
A friendly and flexible architectural studio in the heart of Cardiff have a new requirement for an experienced Architectural Technician/ Technologist to join their team on a permanent basis.
I am looking to speak with candidates who have 2 to 3 years’ minimum, working in a UK based architectural practice, ideally having experience working on both residential and commercial projects.
Having placed three candidates within the business over the last 6 months, I can say first-hand what a super place this is to work. This is a close-knit team, but they are incredibly busy and winning a number of high-profile projects not just in South Wales, but also throughout London.
Projects are delivered at exceptional standards and projects are varied across both the residential and commercial sectors.
Flexible working is offered as part of the role.
Key skills requirements for this Architectural Technician or Technologist role:
- Strong technical knowledge
- Ideally, you will already have some experience of running projects
- Experience of working across all RIBA stages
- Capable of producing packages of information
- Residential and Commercial experience is a must
- Strong AutoCad skills
- Strong communication skills
Commutable locations for this Architectural Technician or Technologist role:
Cardiff, Bridgend, Swansea, Newport, Bristol
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cardiff: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- AutoCAD: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Architectural Technician or Technologist roles across Alfred Recruitment's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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