Newly Qualified Architect / Architect / Senior Architect / Senior Architectural Technician

Job Description

• Newly Qualified Architect / Architect / Senior Architect / Senior Architectural Technician

Newly Qualified Architect / Architect / Senior Architect / Senior Architectural Technician

Airdrie

Due to a sustained increase in workload and a pipeline of exciting new projects, our Airdrie based architectural practice is continuing to look for experienced Newly Qualified Architects, Senior Architects & Senior Technicians to join our existing talented team.

Job Title: Newly Qualified Architect / Architect / Senior Architect / Senior Architectural Technician (3 Years min Post-Part 3/CIAT Qualified)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage projects across commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors from feasibility to completion.
• Prepare and present design proposals, technical documentation, and reports for clients, planning authorities, and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate and submit planning applications in line with Scottish planning policy and NPF4 requirements.
• Produce detailed construction drawings and specifications, ensuring compliance with Scottish Building Standards and other regulations.
• Oversee project programmes, budgets, and resources, including aspects of contract administration.
• Liaise effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and local authorities to ensure smooth and efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to the practice’s design development, quality assurance, and sustainability initiatives.

Skills and Experience:

• ARB-registered Architect with a minimum of three years’ post-Part 3 experience, or an Architectural Technician / Technologist with equivalent post-qualification experience (CIAT membership preferred).
• Proven experience delivering residential and commercial projects in the UK, ideally within Scotland.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent).
• Excellent knowledge of Scottish planning processes, NPF4 policy, and Building Standards.
• Experience managing projects through all RIBA work stages.
• Experience in contract administration, BIM, and sustainable design advantageous.
• Sound understanding of CDM regulations and best practice.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small, supportive team environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary DOE.
• 34 days annual leave.
• Private Health Care plus other benefits.
• The opportunity to take real responsibility and make a meaningful contribution to a growing practice.
• A varied and rewarding portfolio of commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects across Scotland.
• A friendly, inclusive, and supportive office culture, with mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• A strong commitment to work–life balance and flexible working arrangements (primarily office-based).

If you’re looking to advance your career within a forward-thinking, design-led practice and contribute to a diverse range of exciting projects across Scotland, we would love to hear from you.

CD Architects Ltd
Studio 5
The Old School Business Centre
40 Rochsolloch Road
AIRDRIE ML6 9BG
United Kingdom

The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland, 15 Rutland Square, Edinburgh EH1 2BE
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