The life of a Chartered Architectural Technologist constantly working on multi million pound projects is a glamorous one, I would imagine.

For the rest of us, however, life is more mundane but that does not mean it is any less challenging or rewarding. 
I first gained experience in the industry working in the private sector and studying part time, at the University of Wolverhampton gaining HNC Building Studies and BSc (Hons) Architectural Design Technology. In 1991 I became a Chartered Member of CIAT.

Since 1995 I have worked in the public sector, and at present am employed by Derby City Council undertaking the survey, design, and project management of alterations, refurbishments and small extensions to public buildings.

I currently hold the post of Regional Councillor on the East Midlands Regional Committee of CIAT, and work to promote the interests of the Institute.

One of the strengths of the Institute is that is has several routes to Chartered Membership. This allows us to bring in practitioners who have high levels of design skills gained in a less academic way possibly through some experience “on the tools” which is so lacking in many people who practice building design today.

Looking at the position of the Institute within the industry today, Chartered Members are on a par with chartered architects, and I will do all I can to help the Institute consolidate this position both at home and internationally.