Architectural Officer

Job Description

 

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Marischal College, Aberdeen

Duration: Full Time, Permanent.

Job purpose:

As part of the Capital Cluster within the Resources Function the purpose of this 
role is to deliver a full architectural design and contract administration service
within the Public Buildings – Design Team which includes architectural, 
quantity surveying and clerks of works inspection services to deliver
construction works carried out on public buildings for the City Council. 

The Design Team (Public Buildings) is responsible for the design, specification and delivery of construction projects
in Council public buildings, offices, schools, libraries etc (excluding housing)

 

Requirements

HNC in Building or Architecture or equivalent.
HND/Degree in Building or Architecture or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

The post holder will be able to work independently, with minimal 
supervision and shall demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, clearly and concisely with a diverse range for individuals. 

They shall display a strong focus on delivering a high standard of 
customer service and shall demonstrate a positive approach to work. 

The Individual

Please see the attached job profile for further information.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer.  If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.  We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk.  We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our roles and who:

• have a disability
• are care-experienced and aged 16-29
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

 

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs