At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead bespoke luxury residential projects from design to completion.
- Company: Award-winning architectural practice known for exceptional quality.
- Benefits: Flexible working, professional growth, and a creative environment.
- Other info: Join a respected team with exciting future projects and strong industry reputation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-end residential designs and collaborate with clients.
- Qualifications: ARB-registered Architect with experience in luxury residential projects.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
A well-established and award-winning architectural practice renowned for delivering exceptional luxury residential projects is seeking a Project Architect to join its expanding Reading team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role on bespoke residential developments, collaborate closely with private clients, and contribute to a design-led studio celebrated for creating outstanding homes of the highest quality.
Why Join?
- Take the lead on exclusive, high-end residential schemes from initial design through to project completion.
- Become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking studio that champions creativity, excellence, and innovation.
- Benefit from a flexible working environment offering a balance of office and remote working.
- Access clear opportunities for professional growth within a thriving and ambitious practice.
- Manage projects across all RIBA stages while maintaining direct involvement with clients and consultants.
- Join a respected practice with a strong industry reputation and an exciting pipeline of future work.
- Work within a quality-driven environment where design integrity and attention to detail are highly valued.
- Make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of exceptional architecture and the continued success of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the successful delivery of bespoke residential projects throughout all RIBA work stages.
- Coordinate consultants, contractors, clients, and internal teams to ensure projects progress efficiently.
- Prepare and develop high-quality design solutions, technical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
- Monitor project timelines, budgets, resources, and quality objectives from inception to completion.
- Manage consultant collaboration and address technical or design-related challenges as projects evolve.
- Foster and maintain strong working relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members where required.
- Encourage sustainable design approaches and contribute to environmentally conscious project outcomes.
Skills And Experience
- ARB-registered Architect with a strong track record of delivering projects within the UK.
- Proven experience working on luxury private residential developments across a range of RIBA stages.
- Excellent technical expertise with the ability to manage and coordinate complex residential projects.
- Confident liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with Vectorworks would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of sustainable design methodologies, with Passivhaus experience or accreditation viewed favourably.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance design aspirations, programme requirements, and budget considerations.
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