At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting architectural projects from inception to completion while collaborating with diverse teams.
- Company: Join Andrew Black Design, a creative and welcoming architectural practice in Dundee.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, medical insurance, share options, and professional development support.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a vibrant social culture await you!
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-quality architecture and grow your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years post-Part 3 experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About us Andrew Black Design is a design-led architectural practice established in 2002.
Based in our welcoming city-centre studio in Dundee, we have a strong commitment to producing thoughtful, high-quality architecture and believe every project presents an opportunity to bring a little joy to our buildings.
We’re looking for a Senior Architect with a minimum of 5 years' post-Part 3 experience to join our dynamic and growing practice.
This is a senior position offering opportunities for progression to Associate or Director for the right candidate.
The role You’ll work across a diverse and exciting portfolio, including high-end private residential, rural social housing, conservation projects, and work for the MOD.
The role is preferably full time, but we’d be open to a reduced role to suit candidates, with a minimum of 3 days.
You'll be client-facing and confident taking projects from inception through planning, building warrant, tender and contract administration.
You will also: Develop strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams.
Contribute to bids, fee proposals and business development.
Collaborate with colleagues and consultants to deliver high-quality projects.
About you We’re seeking an experienced Architect with a broad understanding of different building types.
A commercially-minded candidate interested in developing and growing the business would be particularly well suited.
You will have: A minimum of 5 years' post-Part 3 experience.
Strong experience delivering projects through the full architectural process.
Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
Proficiency in Auto CAD (essential).
Working knowledge of Revit (preferred).
Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite.
Working knowledge of NBS (desirable).
Experience working on listed building projects (desirable).
Experience with BREEAM/DREAM (desirable).
A proactive approach and an ambition to progress within the practice.
What we offer Competitive salary and bonus structure.
Medical insurance.
Share options.
Professional membership fees paid by the practice, including ARB, RIAS, RIBA, APS, etc.
An active in-house CPD programme, including office-based sessions and external visits.
Support for further learning and individual training goals, with opportunities to develop specialist areas of expertise.
A healthy work-life balance with flexible working options.
An active and friendly social culture, including monthly staff lunches, study trips and the occasional party.
How to apply Please email a CV including examples of your experience to alison@andrewblackdesign. com.
We encourage candidates to get in touch for an informal chat prior to formally applying.
Senior Architect employer: Andrew Black Design
Andrew Black Design is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of Dundee, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides clear pathways to advancement, including opportunities to progress to Associate or Director roles. The flexible working arrangements and commitment to design excellence make it an ideal place for architects looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
