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End Point and Infrastructure Engineer 

 Location: Birmingham 

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time 

About us 

Corstorphine & Wright is an award-winning architectural practice with design studios across the UK. 

We are a dedicated team of 300+ enthusiastic individuals that care about creating places that foster human connection while adding commercial, civic, environmental, and social value. 

Everything we do is beautifully crafted, exceptionally efficient and people driven by design. 

About the role 

As an Endpoint and Infrastructure Engineer within the C&W IT team, you will play a key role in supporting, developing and improving our endpoint and infrastructure environment across the practice. Based in our Birmingham Studio, this is an opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative and forward-thinking team, taking ownership of core technology services that help our people work securely, efficiently and effectively. 

This varied role combines hands-on technical support, modern device management, infrastructure operations and continuous improvement. You will help maintain secure and reliable systems, support Microsoft-based technologies, manage device and application lifecycles, and contribute to projects that strengthen the resilience and performance of our IT services. 

The key role responsibilities are: 

• Taking ownership of the endpoint and infrastructure estate, including laptops, workstations, servers, mobile devices and core supporting services. 
• Maintaining secure, compliant and reliable systems through device management, patching, vulnerability remediation and security baselines. 
• Developing and supporting modern device management using Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, Autopilot and Microsoft 365 technologies. 
• Packaging, deploying and maintaining business-critical applications, supporting dependable software updates and lifecycle management. 
• Contributing to infrastructure operations, service resilience and continuous improvement across a modern Microsoft-based environment. 

This role is ideal if you want to: 

• Take ownership of a modern Microsoft technology estate. 
• Develop your skills in endpoint engineering, infrastructure, security and compliance. 
• Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Entra ID and modern device management. 
• Play a key role in technology improvement and transformation initiatives. 
• Work alongside experienced IT leaders who are committed to mentoring and professional development. 
• Join a collaborative and supportive team that values continuous improvement and innovation. 
• Build a broad and valuable technical skillset that will support your long-term career development. 

What you will bring to the team:  

We are looking for candidates who possess the following experience and skills: 

• Experience supporting Microsoft Windows environments and Microsoft 365. 
• Experience managing or supporting endpoint devices. 
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. 
• A proactive and organised approach to work. 
• Excellent communication and customer service skills. 
• A genuine interest in technology, security and continuous improvement. 
• Most importantly, you'll enjoy taking responsibility for your work and be keen to learn, develop and grow within the role. 

Experience of the following would be desirable, but not essential: 

• Microsoft Intune, Entra ID and Autopilot 
• PowerShell scripting or automation. 
• Supporting server infrastructure. 
• Software deployment and application packaging. 
• Working within a professional services environment. 
• Supporting Autodesk or other design-focused applications. 

What you will get in return: 

You’ll work alongside talented colleagues on ambitious and varied projects, with opportunities to develop your skills, grow your career and make a meaningful impact from day one. 

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that promotes a work-life balance and supports your professional development needs. Life assurance, bonus scheme, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, hybrid working opportunities, regular social activities plus more are among some of the benefits on offer to our Corstorphine & Wright colleagues.  

Corstorphine & Wright is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment throughout the employee lifecycle.  

Please note that we are not looking to work with recruitment agencies at this time.  

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Senior Delivery Roles – Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist

Location: Newcastle Studio

Salary: Dependent on experience

Contract Type: Full-time

About us:

Corstorphine & Wright is an award-winning AJ top 10 practice with Studios across the UK. We are a dedicated team of 300+ enthusiastic individuals that care about creating places that foster human connection while adding commercial, civic, environmental, and social value.

About the role:

Following continued growth, exciting project wins and the ongoing expansion of our North East  Teams, we’re looking for a talented Senior Delivery focused person in our Newcastle Studio. This could be a Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist.

As a Senior Architect/Architectural Technologist in the C&W team, you will play a key role in leading projects, building client relationships and shaping exceptional delivery across a diverse range of sectors. Working closely with our leadership team, you will lead or work within project teams on projects from concept through to completion, mentor designers and technicians and help drive continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, gain exposure to varied sectors at all stages of the design process and build a successful career within a growing team.

This role is ideal if you want to:

• Lead the design and delivery of high-quality projects across multiple sectors.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor throughout the project        lifecycle.

• Inspire, mentor and develop talented junior team members within a collaborative team environment.

• Drive design quality, innovation and technical excellence across every stage of a project.

• Contribute to business development and growing existing client relationships.

What you will bring to the team:

• Strong design, presentation and communication skills with confidence leading client meetings and workshops.

• Proven experience managing projects from briefing and concept through to technical delivery and completion.

• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor, motivate and develop others.

• Commercial awareness with experience managing project programmes, budgets and consultant teams.

• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

• Be a qualified Architect or Architectural Technologist.

• Extensive experience with a strong portfolio demonstrating design excellence and successful project delivery.

What you will get in return:

You’ll work alongside talented colleagues on ambitious and varied projects, with opportunities to develop your skills, grow your career and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that promotes a work-life balance and supports your professional development needs. Life assurance, bonus scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, hybrid working opportunities, regular social activities plus more are among some of the benefits on offer to our Corstorphine & Wright colleagues. 

Corstorphine & Wright is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment throughout the employee lifecycle. 

Please note that we are not looking to work with recruitment agencies at this time.

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Senior Architectural Technician / Technologist

Location: Birmingham

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

About Us

Corstorphine & Wright is an award-winning architectural practice with design Studios across the UK.

We are a dedicated team of 300+ enthusiastic individuals that care about creating places that foster human connection while adding commercial, civic, environmental, and social value.

Everything we do is beautifully crafted, exceptionally efficient and people driven by design.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Architectural Technician / Technologist to join our talented and motivated team in the Birmingham Studio, stepping into an established role within our friendly and collaborative team.

As a Senior Architectural Technician / Technologist, you will enjoy an interesting mix of responsibilities, including:

• Producing high quality technical drawings and supporting documentation in line with Corstorphine & Wright’s Quality Management procedures

• Acting as Project Manager where required, ensuring technical services are delivered efficiently, on time and within budget

• Maintaining up to date knowledge of legislation, Building Regulations, Building Bulletins and Health & Safety requirements

• Ensuring full implementation of Corstorphine & Wright’s Quality Management System

• Managing the production of detailed design drawings, working drawings, schedules and specifications using CAD and/or BIM

• Arranging project reviews to help resolve technical challenges

• Maintaining accurate project records through CMAP (with training provided)

• Ensuring clear understanding of Appointment Documents, Scopes of Services and construction contract obligations

• Reporting potential PI claims or risks to Directors

• Mentoring junior technical team members and supporting their development

• Attending project, studio and site meetings and ensuring high quality communication across all parties

• Managing confidential information appropriately

• Supporting the maintenance of strong relationships with clients, contractors, colleagues and external stakeholders

About you

We are looking for candidates who possess the following experience and skills:

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering projects independently through multiple RIBA stages 

• Strong BIM and CAD capability with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD 

• HNC/HND in a related discipline, or significant relevant professional experience 

• Membership of CIAT or working towards chartered status 

• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and associated technical standards 

• Ability to manage workload, make clear decisions and meet demanding deadlines 

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and share knowledge 

• Experience liaising with clients, contractors, consultants and third parties 

• Strong organisational and planning skills 

• Excellent communication skills

 What you will get in return:

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that promotes a work-life balance and supports your professional development needs. Life assurance, bonus scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Program, hybrid working opportunities, regular social activities plus more are among some of the benefits on offer to our Corstorphine & Wright colleagues. 

Corstorphine & Wright is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment throughout the employee lifecycle. 

Please note that we are not looking to work with recruitment agencies at this time. 

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Senior Architect

Location: Birmingham

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

About Us

Corstorphine & Wright is an award-winning architectural practice with design Studios across the UK.

We are a dedicated team of 300+ enthusiastic individuals that care about creating places that foster human connection while adding commercial, civic, environmental, and social value.

Everything we do is beautifully crafted, exceptionally efficient and people driven by design.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Architect to join our talented and motivated team in the Birmingham Studio, stepping into an established role within our friendly and collaborative team.

As a Senior Architect, you will enjoy an interesting mix of responsibilities, including:

• Leading the design and delivery of building projects from concept through to completion

• Producing detailed architectural drawings by hand and using specialist BIM and CAD software

• Managing and guiding project teams to deliver architectural services to agreed deadlines

• Working within planning, environmental and budgetary constraints to shape viable project solutions

• Liaising with construction professionals to deliver complex and challenging schemes

• Leading coordination with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, project managers, QSs and technologists

• Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with clients

• Overseeing the submission of planning applications and liaising with Building Control and other statutory bodies

• Preparing and presenting reports, design proposals and key stage submissions

• Developing project briefs in collaboration with clients

• Adapting plans in response to changing circumstances and resolving design challenges

• Managing project workflow, resources and team delivery

• Undertaking site visits, attending client and consultant meetings and representing the practice professionally

• Maintaining up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and ensuring ongoing professional development

About you

We are looking for candidates who possess the following experience and skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• High levels of creativity and strong conceptual design capability 

• Proven experience delivering projects using CAD and BIM 

• Ability to plan resources and monitor project profitability 

• Strong organisational, project management and planning skills 

• Ability to work under pressure, balancing deadlines, budgets and multiple priorities 

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to maintain a strategic overview 

• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities 

• Leadership experience, including managing multidisciplinary project teams 

• In depth knowledge of project delivery processes 

• Understanding of environmental and social considerations within project design

 What you will get in return:

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that promotes a work-life balance and supports your professional development needs. Life assurance, bonus scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Program, hybrid working opportunities, regular social activities plus more are among some of the benefits on offer to our Corstorphine & Wright colleagues. 

Corstorphine & Wright is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment throughout the employee lifecycle. 

Please note that we are not looking to work with recruitment agencies at this time. 

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