Architect​/Architect Technologist

High-profile rail infrastructure: Work on the extension and refurbishment of Cardiff Central Station-a landmark project with genuine complexity and profile worth having on your CV

Top-tier client: Join a leading UK multi-disciplinary design and engineering consultancy (top 5 AJ100 practice) with real depth across rail, structures, and building services

True collaboration: Work in a balanced team environment with architects, technologists, engineers, and rail specialists-not siloed drawing production

12-month contract: Solid duration with a reputable client, inside IR35, office-based in Cardiff

You'll be working on the technical design and construction stages of Cardiff Central Station's extension and refurbishment. This is RIBA Stage 4 delivery and beyond-producing architectural drawings, schedules, and specifications for a live rail environment where design intent meets the practical challenges of buildability, compliance, and budget.

Part of the architecture delivery team working through technical design (RIBA Stage
4) into construction

Producing architectural technical drawings, schedules, and specifications

Working in a multi-disciplinary team including building design and rail disciplines

Developing pragmatic design solutions that respond to the client brief within the constraints of a complex rail environment

Taking ownership of specific packages or areas of work within the project

Essential:

ARB Part 3 qualified (3-5 years post-certification) or CIAT Chartered (3-5 years post-chartership)
Demonstrable experience on complex projects through technical delivery and construction stages

Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations Proficiency in CAD/Revit (Bentley/Open Buildings Designer experience highly desirable)

Ideally:

Experience on transportation (particularly rail), commercial, or public sector projects

Comfortable taking responsibility for specific work packages

Strong team player with interpersonal skills and attention to detail

Able to work effectively under pressure to tight deadlines

Duration: 12 months, starting 1 February 2026Pay rate: £27.06/hr (inside IR35, on payroll)Hours: 37.5/weekLocation: Cardiff (office-based)Notice period: 4 weeks either sideSecurity clearance: Basic level required (may require proof of 5+ years UK residency)

• How to Apply

Send your CV with a brief note highlighting your relevant project experience, particularly any rail, transportation, or complex public sector work.

Questions? Get in touch directly.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today.

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