Architectural Technologist

Architectural Technologist / Architectural Technician

NBBJ is seeking an experienced Architectural Technologist / Architectural Technician to join our London Studio, contributing to the delivery of complex, high-performance buildings across a range of Science, Education and Healthcare projects. Working as part of NBBJ's integrated team, the role focuses on translating design intent into coordinated, buildable and regulation-compliant technical designs, supporting projects from technical design through to construction and handover. The successful candidate will bring UK specific expertise in construction, detailing, specification writing and regulations, while embracing NBBJ's culture of collaboration, innovation and design excellence.

The position is available as permanent or as a temporary contract (with potential to convert).

In your new role, you will:

• Contribute to the technical design and delivery of projects across RIBA Stages 3 to 6, with a focus on detailed design development and coordination
• Apply technical judgement to resolve design and construction challenges, priorities and potential conflicts with design intent
• Work independently but consulting with the Project Architect or Project Leader on key issues
• Translate architectural design concepts into robust technical drawings, details, schedules and specifications, ensuring clarity, buildability and performance
• Develop and coordinate NBS Chorus specifications (Uniclass2015) aligned with drawings, consultant information and NBBJ Standards
• Create drawn information in sketch, 2D CAD and 3D BIM-led (Revit) workflows, ensuring alignment with project standards and consultant inputs
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings and samples for compliance with the design intent and specification
• Respond to RFIs, issue technical clarifications, and support the design change process during construction

What you will need to succeed:

• 5+ years of professional experience working in a UK practice delivering medium to large-scale projects (ideally in the Science, Education and/or Healthcare sectors)
• Past success working with large or complex teams (clients, their agent, sub-consultants and suppliers)
• Strong working knowledge of UK Building Regulations, British Standards, CDM and construction best practice
• Demonstratable experience in construction detailing, construction materials and assemblies
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit for technical design and documentation
• Experience in preparing, coordinating and maintaining NBS Chorus specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative suite
• Experience on-site, observing and commenting on level of quality, detailing and finishes
• Willing to travel to project sites both inside and outside of the M25, depending on project location

Why choose NBBJ?

• NBBJ has been named three times by Fast Company as one of the most innovative architecture firms.
• Founded in 1943, our first office opened over 75 years ago in Seattle, Washington. We now have over 10 office locations around the globe.
• We are a transdisciplinary, cross-practice focused firm with a deep portfolio of Civic & Cultural, Commercial, Corporate, Healthcare, Higher Education, Science and Technology, Sports, and Urban Environment projects. We also have several areas of service expertise including: Architecture, Environmental Graphic Design, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Workplace Consulting and more.
• In the past decade, NBBJ has received more than 300 awards from leading global, national and regional award programs across the business, real estate and design communities.
• We work with 5 of the top global high-tech companies, 14 of the U.S. News and World Report Top Hospitals, and 4 of the top 10 highest-ranked learning institutions.
• Our clients include institutional leaders such as Cambridge University, Google, Samsung, Cleveland Clinic, Tencent, and Stanford University.

NBBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer. NBBJ does not accept unsolicited resumes or similar submissions from third party recruiters or employment agencies. Any unsolicited materials received by NBBJ from a source other than an individual candidate will be considered NBBJ property and NBBJ reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates referred to us without any financial obligation to the third party in question. If you are interested in becoming an approved NBBJ external recruiter, please contact a member of the NBBJ Talent Acquisition Team.