Architectural technologist : Employers and vacancy sources

The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)  represents around 9,500 professionals who either work or study on the area of architectural technology. A wide range of employment opportunities exist in all areas of the UK, and typical employers include:

• architectural practices;
• town planners;
• building and construction firms;
• housing corporations;
• local authorities;
• property developers;
• banks and building societies.

According to the CIAT, a growing number of chartered architectural technologists are also applying their skills within research and academia, as well as manufacturing and processing industries, health and government agencies.

Self-employment is a popular option for those who have full CIAT membership (MCIAT) and considerable experience. Some architectural technologists set up in practice for themselves, either on their own or in partnership with other construction/design professionals. Others choose to work on a freelance contract basis, with a property developer for example.

There are also opportunities to work abroad, including jobs with UK-based architectural practices who have international contracts or overseas offices, or with some government departments.

Sources of vacancies

• Search graduate jobs on this site.
• Architects' Journal , EMAP, weekly
• bd4jobs  
• Careers in Construction  
• Hunter:Dunning  
• RIBA Appointments  

Hays Construction  is the only agency endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) .

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