At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead architectural projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
- Company: Join a dynamic firm focused on innovative education and heritage projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave, and professional development support.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in architecture while mentoring the next generation of designers.
- Qualifications: ARB Registered Architect with 10 years' experience in UK practices.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage architectural projects from inception through to completion across all RIBA Stages.
- Deliver high-quality buildings for private sector clients including higher education and university buildings, ensuring projects meet programme, budget and quality objectives.
- Prepare, develop and coordinate architectural designs, technical information and construction documentation.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, planning authorities and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams to achieve integrated design solutions.
- Manage project programmes, resources and project risks.
- Attend and lead client, design and site meetings.
- Undertake site inspections and contract administration duties where required.
- Ensure compliance with current UK Building Regulations, Planning legislation, CDM Regulations and relevant industry standards.
- Support and mentor junior members of the architectural team.
- Contribute to business development activities and help maintain strong client relationships.
Essential Requirements
- ARB Registered Architect.
- Chartered Member of RIBA (or eligible for Chartered Membership).
- Minimum 10 years' post-qualification experience within a UK architectural practice.
- Proven experience delivering education projects, particularly within the private sector.
- Strong technical design and detailing skills.
- Experience leading projects through all RIBA Plan of Work stages.
- Excellent knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning processes and construction methods.
- Strong project management and client-facing skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (or equivalent BIM software), together with Microsoft Office.
- Full UK driving licence (desirable).
Desirable Experience
- Experience working on listed buildings and conservation projects.
- Knowledge of heritage legislation, conservation principles and working within sensitive historic environments.
- Contract administration experience.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams.
- Working knowledge of BIM standards and digital project delivery.
Personal Attributes
- Professional, proactive and commercially aware.
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborative team player with the confidence to work independently.
- Committed to delivering high-quality design and technical excellence.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000, depending on experience.
- Company pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Professional membership support and CPD opportunities.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- A collaborative and supportive working environment.
- The opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of education and heritage projects.
Project Architect in Swansea employer: Kamro Limited T/A Tenex
Join a well-established construction contractor with over 50 years of industry experience, known for its strong reputation in quality and safety. This company offers a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, with many team members enjoying long tenures and opportunities for internal progression. With a diverse pipeline of projects across Northern England and Southern Scotland, you will have the chance to contribute to meaningful work while benefiting from competitive salaries, performance-related bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.
We think you need these skills to ace Project Architect in Swansea
Project Management
Architectural Design
Technical Design and Detailing
Knowledge of UK Building Regulations
Client Liaison
Team Coordination
Contract Administration
