Project Architect

PROJECT ARCHITECT

PROJECT ARCHITECT with strong technical experience to join our practice in Central London. You will be working on a range of Luxury and High-Street Retail projects and high-end commercial buildings.

PROJECT ARCHITECT or PART 2, with strong technical experience and architectural project package delivery experience. Retail experience highly desirable. You will be working on a range of Luxury High-Street Retail projects and high-end commercial buildings from highly recognizable international Brands.

About you

The ideal candidate for this role would be someone who enjoys fast paced projects with unique and complex daily challenges. they would enjoy working closely with projects managers and retail brands to bring a vision to life. The candidate would be comfortable with site visits and working closely with general contractors as well as enjoy working with heritage buildings. The candidate would be proactive and capable of working autonomously when required, and relish working within a small team on an array of projects.

About The Company

A growing project management and architectural practice specialising in retail projects throughout Europe. We work with exceptional global brands to deliver high profile projects, focussing on building strong relationships through high quality work. They offer a unique approach to retail by integrating project management and architectural services under one roof, allowing the architectural team to gain valuable exposure to full-service project management. Retail projects are exciting, dynamic, and wide ranging which sees our architects frequently on site, working closely with general contractors, and possessing a deep understanding of local authorities and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Defining, planning and managing the development of a construction project.
  
  
• Coordinating engineering information provided by our consultants into architectural and construction projects.
  
  
• Producing and developing architectural drawing packages from especially within RIBA stage 3 and 4
  
  
• Developing and advising on innovative solutions alongside a brand’s guidelines and vision.
  
  
• Managing and coordinating the detailed design process, specification and finishes selection.
  
  
• Producing documentation for statutory approvals by Landlords and Local Authorities.
  
  
• Working closely with project managers in preparing Tendering information.
  
  
• Ensuring compliance with relevant building codes.
  
  
• Undertaking 3D building Surveys, Site Visits and inspections.
  
  
• Collaborating with the Team during the project closure phase, Managing Snagging Lists and O&M reviews.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  
• Education: A degree in Architecture is essential, and it should be accredited by the ARB (Architects Registration Board) for Part 2 qualification in the UK.
  
  
• Part 2 Accreditation: Successful completion of the Part 2 qualification process is mandatory.
  
  Skills:
  
  
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Building Design Software (BIM) like Revit or ArchiCAD, alongside 2D drafting software like AutoCAD.
  
  
• Design Skills: A strong understanding of design principles, creativity for concept development, and the ability to translate ideas into technical drawings.
  
  
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, project managers, and consultant teams
  
  
• Presentation Skills: The ability to present design proposals and technical drawings clearly and persuasively.
  
  
• Soft Skills: Time management, problem-solving, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a strong work ethic are all crucial.
  
  Knowledge and Expertise:
  
  
• Building Regulations: A good working knowledge of UK Building Regulations and their application to various projects.
  
  
• Construction Methods & Materials: Understanding of different construction methods and materials used in architectural projects.
  
  
• RIBA Stages: Familiarity with the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) Work Stages for building projects.
  
  Additional Desirable Skills:
  
  
• Visualization Skills: Proficiency in 3D modelling and rendering software like SketchUp or Enscape for creating visuals.
  
  
• Site Visit Experience: Experience on construction sites can be a plus.
  
  
• A proactive and Enthusiastic Attitude, and a willingness to contribute to wider practice groups and activities.
  
  
• Retail or fitout project experience would be beneficial
  
  Benefits:
  
  
• Competitive salary and incentives
  
  
• Full Private Medical, Dental and Life Insurance after a probationary period
  
  
• Fast Track Career Advance
  
  We are an equal opportunities employer and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic, disabled and women candidates underrepresented within architectural practice