At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting architectural projects from concept to completion in a stunning rural setting.
- Company: Blake Architects, passionate about blending modern and traditional design.
- Benefits: Hands-on experience, supportive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a friendly team with regular countryside walks and focused training.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable design and conservation-led projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management, contract administration, and listed buildings.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Blake Architects is seeking a project architect to join its team in the Cotswolds. We are looking for an individual who shares our interest in rural architecture, sustainable design and high-quality detail.
About you
- You will have enthusiasm for realising and managing projects from concept to completion as part of our small team and be comfortable leading and nurturing others around you.
- You will be experienced in contract administration and have a solid understanding of the legislative frameworks we operate within, including the role of Principal Designer and compliance with Building Regulations.
- You will be open-minded to join in team design discussions and be confident to suggest improvements to ensure we are continuously improving as a team in our design ambition, technical creativity and processes to deliver projects.
At Blake Architects you will get opportunities to run projects of various scales, from residential schemes for private clients to workplace and education schemes. Many of the projects we work on are conservation led and will involve listed buildings or adaptive reuse of barns and be in sensitive rural settings.
Required skills/experience
- Experience in contract administration and managing projects on site.
- Experience in listed buildings and have a conservation approach.
- Project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills with clients, contractors and professional team.
- CAD drawing skills, preferably Vectorworks.
- Excellent understanding of delivering high quality detail design.
Candidates must be able to prove their right to work in the UK and have fluent written and spoken English.
About us
At the heart of our work is a passion for blending modern and traditional design and creating designs that are deeply rooted in place. A candidate who shares our interest in rural architecture, materials, the environment and high-quality detail design would be ideal. We offer a welcoming and nurturing environment and hands-on experience across all stages of work including regular on-site experience. Our team creates an office culture that supports the growth of all members, our lunchtime walks in the surrounding countryside are an example of our friendly sociable office. As well as office-wide CPD, the practice supports all members of the team with focused training desired to improve on individual skills, including the Part 3 course.
We are a rural office based on the edge of a small village near Cirencester, Stroud and Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Therefore, access to a car is essential. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. Our recruitment and selection process is designed to be fair and inclusive. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and will make reasonable adjustments to support individuals with disabilities.
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Blake Architects is an exceptional employer located in the picturesque Cotswolds, offering a nurturing environment that fosters creativity and professional growth. With a strong focus on rural architecture and sustainable design, employees enjoy hands-on experience across all project stages, alongside opportunities for continuous professional development. The friendly office culture, complemented by team activities like lunchtime walks in the countryside, makes it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about high-quality detail and conservation-led projects.
