At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting architectural projects and collaborate with a creative team.
- Company: A design-led architectural practice focused on high-quality residential and commercial projects.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, pension contributions, and 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and profit-sharing based on performance.
- Why this job: Join a growing boutique practice and make a real impact on innovative architecture.
- Qualifications: ARB registered Architect (Part 2/3) or CIAT qualified with strong AutoCAD and Revit skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
- Associate Architect (Part 2 or 3 Registered) CIAT Technicians also Considered
- Reporting to
- Location
- Shifnal Shropshire, United Kingdom
- Hours of Work
- Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Working pattern
- Four days per week in the office.
- One agreed day per week working from home.
- Flexibility may be required to attend client meetings or site visits.
- £Subject to experience
- Employer pension contribution.
- 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- CPD and training budget.
- Annual discretionary performance bonus.
- Flexible working arrangement.
- About the Practice
We are a design-led architectural practice specialising in high-quality residential and commercial projects throughout Shropshire and the surrounding counties.
We are committed to delivering thoughtful, practical and beautifully detailed architecture while providing exceptional client service.
As a small practice, every team member plays an important role in shaping projects and contributing to the future growth of the business.
Purpose of the Role
The Project Architect will support the Director in delivering projects across all RIBA Work Stages while progressively taking ownership of project management, consultant coordination and client relationships.
This role offers significant responsibility and an opportunity to become a key member of a growing boutique practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead projects through all RIBA Work Stages.
- Produce planning, Building Regulations and construction information.
- Coordinate structural engineers, M&E consultants and specialist consultants.
- Prepare planning applications.
- Produce technical drawings and specifications.
- Attend client meetings and site inspections.
- Administer contracts where appropriate.
- Monitor project programmes and budgets.
- Ensure projects are delivered to agreed quality standards.
- Mentor future junior staff where required.
- Contribute to practice development and business growth.
- Maintain compliance with all statutory and professional obligations.
Person Specification
- ARB registered Architect (Part 2/3 or CIAT qualified).
- Excellent Auto CAD and/or Revit skills.
- Excellent Sketchup proficiency.
- Strong technical detailing ability.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Experience in residential architecture.
- Knowledge of heritage projects.
- Planning and Building Regulations expertise.
- Listed Building Knowledge
- Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated.
- Commercially aware.
- Organised and reliable.
- Professional and personable.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ambitious to grow with a small practice.
- Performance Objectives
Success in the role will be measured by
- High-quality project delivery.
- Client satisfaction.
- Contribution to practice profitability.
- Positive collaboration and teamwork.
The practice is committed to supporting long-term career development.
Subject to performance, there will be opportunities for increased responsibility, remuneration and participation in a future profit-sharing arrangement.
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As a design-led architectural practice based in Shifnal, Shropshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where every team member's contributions are valued. With flexible working arrangements, a commitment to professional development through CPD and training budgets, and the opportunity for significant career growth, we offer a rewarding workplace for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of architecture. Join us to be part of a small yet dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional projects while enjoying a balanced work-life integration.