Senior Architect in Leicester

Senior Architect
Location: Leicester
Salary: £40-48,000

A unique opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and experienced Architect to join a growing team based in Leicester, delivering bespoke residential projects for clients with disabilities arising from personal injury or clinical negligence.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a leadership role, including managing and developing a team.
• Strong residential design ability, combined with excellent attention to detail.
• A thorough understanding of Building Regulations and Accessible Design.
• Strong technical design and detailing knowledge.
• The ability to oversee projects and ensure high-quality procedures and standards are consistently maintained.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage with clients, consultants, solicitors, Planning Authorities and Building Control.
• Experience using AutoCAD and knowledge of NBS Specification.
• A practical, proactive and creative approach to problem-solving, with contract administration experience being advantageous.

Role:

• Leading and developing a team while helping to maintain the highest standards of design and project delivery.
• Taking responsibility for delivering high-quality architectural projects from initial design through to completion.
• Working on bespoke residential adaptations, rental property adaptations and new-build homes.
• Managing complex and individual client requirements with a thoughtful and practical problem-solving approach.
• Liaising confidently with clients, consultants, solicitors, Planning Authorities and Building Control.
• Overseeing project quality and ensuring technical and design standards are maintained throughout.
• Playing an important role in the continued growth and development of the department as part of its leadership team.
• Working on projects nationally, with regular travel required as part of the role.

Benefits:

• The opportunity to become a core part of a growing and highly respected specialist team.
• A key leadership position with genuine scope to influence the future growth of the department.
• The chance to work on a diverse range of bespoke and high-value residential projects across the UK.
• A challenging and rewarding career development opportunity within a specialist and growing sector.
• The opportunity to use creative design and technical expertise to make a meaningful difference to clients' lives.
• Exposure to complex, interesting and varied projects, with new-build values ranging up to £2 million.
• Above-average remuneration in recognition of the responsibilities and national travel involved.
• A rewarding opportunity to work within a collaborative team focused on delivering exceptional, tailored outcomes for every client.

To apply for this role, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to . I look forward to hearing from you soon.