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Architectural technologist

Architectural technologists lead the technological design of buildings. This is as opposed to architectural technicians who specialise in the application of technology in architecture.

Their role might include:

  • Defining, planning and managing the development of a construction project.
  • Applying building science and technology to architectural and construction projects.
  • Developing and advising on innovative solutions.
  • Managing and co-ordinating the detailed design process, specification and materials selection.
  • Producing documentation for statutory approvals.
  • Preparing production information.
  • Obtaining and evaluating tenders.
  • Ensuring compliance with requirements.
  • Undertaking inspections.
  • Contract administration.
  • Assessing performance in use.

Architectural technologists may establish their own practice, offering a full range of building design and management services,discipline organisation.

The lead qualifying body for architectural technologists and architectural technicians in the UK is the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).

Becoming a Chartered Architectural Technologist requires a CIAT accredited honours degree or equivalent in architectural technology, or alternatively, an equivalent honours degree in a built environment subject.

Chartered Architectural Technologists must adhere to a Code of Conduct, maintain adequate Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) and undertake continuing professional development (CPD)

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  • The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).
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