Project Architect/ Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Project Architect/Technician
Full Time Office/Hybrid
Derby
£32k-£42K Salary dependent on experience
We are looking for an experienced job running ARB registered Project Architect or Architectural Technician with a minimum of 3+ years’ experience. You should have excellent design skills, clear written and verbal communication skills, a proactive attitude, and good problem-solving abilities. We want someone who is competent as a Job Runner and can become an integral part of the team and can help shape our practice in new and exciting ways as we grow.
Key Duties
- Management of the day-to-day delivery of projects
- Preparing detailed designs, working drawings and specifications;
- Production of planning and construction drawing packages
- Liaising with clients, contractors, consultants, local planning authorities and building control
- Management of project resources and finances.
- Ensuring CDM requirements are satisfied
- Preparing detailed designs, working drawings and specifications;
- Overseeing projects on site including site inspections
Experience and Qualifications
- ARB Registered Architect or CIAT qualified Technician level 2-3
- 3+ years' post qualification or similar experience
- You must be able to demonstrate strong capabilities and experience across all RIBA Workstages 0-7
- Proven design capability, creativity and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and project management skills
- Understanding and experience of working on a variety of projects
- Experience in preparing planning and working drawing construction package
- Good knowledge of UK building regulations, planning policy and quality standard
- Good working knowledge of specification writing; experience in NBS Building or Create software is advantageous
- Experience desirable in ArchiCAD (not essential as training and mentoring will be provided)
- Knowledge of BIM protocols
- A Full driving license is advantageous
Benefits
- Payment of ARB or CIAT registration fees
- Company Pension Scheme
- Flexible working hours
- Profit related bonus scheme
- 20 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas top-up
- CPD, training and development opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £32,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Derby, DE1 1RY
Reference ID: Slice12
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 Project Architect/ Technician roles across Slice Solutions'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 £32,000 - £42,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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