We are seeking a Technical Project Architect or Architectural Technologist to join our clients multidisciplinary Manchester team delivering large-scale industrial and nuclear infrastructure projects.
This role will support the architectural design and technical delivery of a nuclear power plant facility within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in project coordination, BIM integration, technical detailing, and design development across RIBA Stages 2-4.
The position would suit an experienced Architect or Technologist with a strong technical background in industrial, infrastructure, energy, defence, manufacturing, process, or complex building projects.
Key Responsibilities: – Deliver architectural and technical design packages from concept through detailed design stages. – Produce coordinated technical information for large-scale industrial facilities. – Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams including Structural Engineers, Building Services Engineers, Process Engineers, Interior Designers, and BIM/Digital teams. – Lead or support BIM coordination activities including model federation, clash detection, interface management, and coordination reporting. – Develop detailed design solutions aligned with performance, production, and regulatory requirements. – Produce and review technical drawings, Revit models, specifications, material selections, and NBS documentation. – Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, industry standards, and BIM Level 2 requirements. – Support project delivery within demanding programme deadlines. – Participate in technical reviews, coordination workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
Required Skills & Experience: Essential – ARB registered Architect or CIAT member. – Experience delivering complex industrial or infrastructure projects. – Strong technical design and detailing capability. – Experience across RIBA Stages 2-4. – Excellent Revit capability. – BIM Level 2 delivery experience. – Experience using Navisworks, model coordination, clash detection, and federated BIM models. – Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations. – Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. – Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills. – Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
Desirable – Nuclear sector experience. – Experience within defence, energy, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, process plant, or heavy industrial sectors. – Existing SC Clearance. – Experience working in highly regulated environments. – Knowledge of technical specifications and NBS software.
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be:– Technically focused and detail-oriented. – Comfortable working within large multidisciplinary teams. – Strong in coordination and problem solving. – Proactive and self-motivated. – Collaborative with excellent interpersonal skills. – Adaptable with a positive “can-do” attitude. – Confident managing complex technical interfaces.
Additional Information: – Expenses covered for authorised travel, accommodation, and subsistence when visiting sites or other offices. – SC vetting required prior to commencement. – Candidates may need to demonstrate 5+ years UK residency for security clearance purposes. – Timesheets required for payment processing.
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