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Architectural technologist: Typical employers/vacancy sources

Typical employers

It is estimated that there are currently around 16,000 architectural technologists, of whom 9,000 are represented by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) . 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, housing, health and government agencies.

Self-employment is a popular option for those with both 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

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• RIBA Journal
• AT Magazine
• Careers in Construction
• bd4jobs
• Architects (RIBA Directory of Practices).

Recruitment agencies handle vacancies and the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) website contains a list of those likely to have relevant openings. Hays Construction is the only agency endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) .

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AGCAS

Written by Ivana Morton-Holmes, AGCAS

Last updated:

October 2008

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