Architectural Technologist

A career at Arup offers you the chance to make a positive difference in the world. Independently owned and independently minded, Arup is the creative force at the heart of many of the world’s most prominent projects in the built environment. We believe that flexible arrangements, such as hybrid working, create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people.

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

We are looking for an Architectural Technologist to join our growing team in Cork City

Architecture has been an integral part of Arup for over 50 years. Our reputation is built on people-centred design at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  As part of a global firm of 18,000 architects, designers, planners, engineers, consultants, and technical experts in more than 90 offices around the world, we have unrivalled access to the skills and expertise needed to create Ove Arup's vision of ‘Total Architecture’. We have over 700 staff working in Ireland based in Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Limerick.

Our growing Cork Architecture team is connected to our architectural practices in the UK, Europe, the Americas, Australasia, and East Asia. In the coming years, we have a vision to grow and diversify our technical and sustainability offering in collaboration with our established business portfolios.

We are looking for people who would like to join this community of Architects and Architectural Technologists in a mission to Shape a Better World by designing meaningful buildings that are sensitive to environmental and human needs whilst taking advantage of digital advancements.

Research is central to our culture. Arup University and the Foresight and Innovation team allow us to differentiate our services and encourage individuals to follow their passions in their work.

Your responsibilities

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Architectural Technologist who has extensive knowledge of detailing, brings a creative approach to problem solving and can support construction delivery onsite.

Working directly with our Senior Architectural Technologist, you will provide support to project teams working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment for the successful technical delivery of projects from the concept phase through detailed design, construction and handover on our high-profile Science, Industry and Technology (SIT) projects.

You will join a vibrant, diverse, multidisciplinary office in Cork.

Your Education/Profile

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Technology.

·         Minimum 5 years post-graduate experience.

·         Experience in producing detail design packages, specifications and delivering projects through detailed design, construction and handover in Ireland or the UK.

·         Skilled in REVIT and good knowledge of a BIM environment.

·         Knowledge of the Irish Building Regulations and BCAR system.

·         Proven experience in the delivery of complex, highly technical projects working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

·         Ability to collaborate with other disciplines to produce fully coordinated project information including BIM models, drawings, schedules, and specifications.

·         Project experience working on complex buildings is desirable.

·         Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges with good team-spirit.

·         Fluency in spoken and written English and strong communication skills are essential.

What to expect at Arup:

• A multicultural and informal working environment where you can develop professionally by being part of a team who enjoy what they do.
• Opportunities for short or long assignments at Arup’s offices and projects anywhere in the world.
• Employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme, which is dependent on the firm’s financial performance.
• Competitive performance-based salary growth.
• A strong corporate culture committed to its values: quality of work, holistic approach, humane organization, straight and honourable dealings, social usefulness and reasonable prosperity.
• Continuous training and professional development that will allow you to adapt to the growing needs of our clients as we embrace digital transformation.

·         You will be expected to become a member of a relevant and necessary professional organisation.

Join us in shaping a better world.

Our goal is to shape a better world, finding solutions for some of the world’s most complex problems. From climate action to social value, we consider the most expansive impacts of our work. Our drive to build a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable future shapes our culture and has made us leaders in sustainable development. The successful candidate will join our multi-disciplinary design teams focusing on technical excellence and innovative solutions that create a better future for people, places, and the planet.  

'A better way'- Sustainability and Social Equity

At Arup, we strive to bring environmental sustainability and social equity together. We put sustainability at the heart of our projects and invest in research and development that helps tackle issues such as climate change and poverty. We have made a commitment to reach net zero by 2030 and to contribute meaningfully to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, creating shared value for our clients and our communities while safeguarding our planet. Read our net zero carbon plan here. Read our net zero carbon plan here.

A career at Arup gives you the chance to have a positive impact on the world. For us, corporate responsibility is not just a policy; it’s a way of working.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion is at the heart of what we do

We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background based on merit, fairness and respect. At Arup, you’ll be a welcomed member of the team with opportunities to participate in social, cultural and educational events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador) or with your colleagues by joining staff networks such as those for women, culture or the LGBTQ+ community.

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