Holmes Miller – Glasgow | We’re Hiring
Holmes Miller is looking for technically focused architects, architectural technicians, a BIM Coordinator and Part 2 architectural assistants with demonstrable experience delivering projects through RIBA Stages 3–7 to join our established Glasgow team.
You will contribute to the delivery of complex civic projects across the education, sport and leisure, residential, justice and wider public sectors, helping to develop coordinated technical design and deliver buildings through construction.
This role offers the opportunity to work on significant projects that positively support communities across the UK, while developing your experience within a collaborative and design‑led studio environment.
About the role
Holmes Miller is an award‑winning architectural practice delivering education, sport and leisure, residential, justice and civic projects across the UK.
Our work ranges from new build schools through to leisure centres, community wellbeing hubs, residential developments and justice sector facilities. We are looking for individuals who enjoy developing technically robust design solutions and delivering high‑quality projects through construction.
Successful candidates will work closely with clients, consultants and contractors, contributing to technical coordination, BIM delivery, detailed design development and project delivery.
Studio culture
Our Glasgow studio operates as a collaborative and supportive team, where staff are encouraged to take ownership of their work and contribute proactively to project development.
Team members engage directly with clients, consultants and contractors, gaining valuable experience in project coordination, technical delivery, BIM management and construction‑stage problem solving. This hands‑on approach builds strong professional confidence while delivering better outcomes for our clients.
This role offers excellent opportunities for career progression and increasing project responsibility within a respected practice delivering complex public‑sector and residential projects.
Who we are looking for
We are particularly interested in technically capable architects, technicians, BIM Coordinators and Part 2 assistants who are confident working within the technical and delivery stages of projects (RIBA Stages 3–7).
Candidates should demonstrate hands‑on involvement in the coordination and delivery of complex projects, ideally within the education, sport and leisure, residential, justice or wider public sectors.
We value individuals who take pride in technical resolution, buildability, BIM coordination and delivering projects through construction.
When applying, please ensure that your CV and portfolio clearly highlight:
The RIBA work stages you have contributed to
Your specific role in project delivery, BIM coordination or technical design
Relevant experience within the education, sport and leisure, residential, justice or wider public sectors
Applications that clearly demonstrate this experience will be prioritised during the review process.
Key skills and experience
The successful candidate will ideally:
Demonstrate strong technical design and detailing capability
Have experience contributing to projects through RIBA Stages 3–7
Be proficient in Autodesk Revit, with experience of BIM collaboration
For BIM Coordinator applicants: experience managing federated models, clash detection and BIM workflows
Have working knowledge of UK planning policy, Building Regulations and technical standards
Have experience using AutoCAD and NBS Chorus (desirable)
Possess strong communication and coordination skills when working with multidisciplinary teams
Have excellent organisation and time‑management skills
Enjoy working collaboratively within a supportive studio environment
A full UK driving licence is essential
About Holmes Miller
Holmes Miller combines design quality, technical rigour and long‑term sustainability to create buildings and places that positively support communities.
Our Glasgow studio offers a friendly, relaxed and collaborative working environment in a vibrant area of the city.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
Holmes Miller is an equal opportunities employer, recruiting in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
How to apply
Please submit:
CV
Portfolio (PDF) with examples of your work
Cover letter outlining your availability and salary expectations
Portfolios should clearly indicate the RIBA stages you contributed to and your role within each project.
To apply, send your application to ‘glasgow@holmesmiller.com’ with the role clearly stated in the subject.
