Architect / Architectural Technologist
hace 5 días
Cardiff
Architect / Architectural Technologist – 11-Month Contract Cardiff Central Station Extension | £27/hr (possible flexibility) | February 2026 Start Why This Role? High-profile rail infrastructure: Work on the extension and refurbishment of Cardiff Central Station—a landmark project with genuine complexity and profile worth having on your CV Top-tier client: Join a leading UK multi-disciplinary design and engineering consultancy (top 5 AJ100 practice) with real depth across rail, structures, and building services True collaboration: Work in a balanced team environment with architects, technologists, engineers, and rail specialists—not siloed drawing production 11-month contract: Solid duration with a reputable client, inside IR35, office-based in Cardiff The Project You'll be working on the technical design and construction stages of Cardiff Central Station's extension and refurbishment. This is RIBA Stage 4 delivery and beyond—producing architectural drawings, schedules, and specifications for a live rail environment where design intent meets the practical challenges of buildability, compliance, and budget. What You'll Be Doing • Part of the architecture delivery team working through technical design (RIBA Stage 4) into construction, • Producing architectural technical drawings, schedules, and specifications, • Working in a multi-disciplinary team including building design and rail disciplines, • Developing pragmatic design solutions that respond to the client brief within the constraints of a complex rail environment, • Taking ownership of specific packages or areas of work within the project What We're Looking For Essential: • ARB Part 3 qualified (3-5 years post-certification) or CIAT Chartered (3-5 years post-chartership), • Demonstrable experience on complex projects through technical delivery and construction stages, • Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, • Proficiency in CAD/Revit (Bentley/OpenBuildings Designer experience highly desirable) Ideally: • Experience on transportation (particularly rail), commercial, or public sector projects, • Comfortable taking responsibility for specific work packages, • Strong team player with interpersonal skills and attention to detail, • Able to work effectively under pressure to tight deadlines Contract Details • Duration: 11-12 months, starting ASAP, • Pay rate: £27.06/hr (inside IR35, on payroll), • Hours: 37.5/week, • Location: Cardiff (office-based), • Notice period: 4 weeks either side, • Security clearance: Basic level required (may require proof of 5+ years UK residency) Our end client is keen to move quickly for the right candidate How to Apply Send your CV with a brief note highlighting your relevant project experience, particularly any rail, transportation, or complex public sector work. Questions? Get in touch directly.