Sr. Architect - Mission Critical in London

A recognised leader and registered Architect who is responsible for envisioning, designing and delivering exceptional projects for clients. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions. Provides design & technical leadership and acts as an advisor on projects. Endorses the firm’s values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication. Acts as subject matter expert for technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Leads team and other Project Architects in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problems.
• Collaborates with PIC/APM in defining project work plans and developing and managing the production schedule, including effectively defining and meeting deadlines.
• Applies creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions.
• Leads the creation and modification of complex detailed implementation documents to incorporate the design intent, using diverse knowledge of architecture principles and practices and advanced techniques.
• Leads development of code analysis and confirms code and zoning requirements for assigned segment of project are met.
• Supervises the preparation of documents by architectural team, including verifying implementation documents conform to QA/QC and HKS standards, best practice and quality expectations.
• Manages the technical resolution and coordination for the project.
• Writes reports or specifications for assigned project.
• Prepares client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings.
• Maintains open communication with client and provides guidance through projects.
• Coordinates with PM, clients, public agencies, consultants and contractors to incorporate engineering systems, respond to requests for information, clarifications and modifications, and obtain approvals, negotiations and adjusting scope of services.
• Communicates with client representatives to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and delivery of final presentation.
• Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues.
• Oversees consultant team work sessions.
• Oversees product research; assists project designers with material and system evaluation to make proper selections.
• Maintains awareness of risk management for potential project issues and involves PIC if needed.
• Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines.
• Attends on-site visits, field reviews and project meetings and documents as needed.
• Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings.
• Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment.
• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team, including promoting communication and creating approachability.
• Responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements and maintaining accountability to project plan and planned utilisation rate.
• Supports and may lead the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules.
• Travel will be required.

Qualifications

• Accredited Master’s degree in Architecture (RIBA Part III or transferable equivalent).
• ARB registration required.
• Typically, 15+ years of experience.
• Proficiency in architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and 3D modeling software preferred.
• Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup and InDesign graphic software preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines.
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process.
• Advanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into implementation documents.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to manage team with diplomatic leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external.
• Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions.
• Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality.