Project Architect required to take the lead in coordinating the successful delivery of multiple large scale high value development projects on behalf of a large Architectural Practice located in Harrogate.
This extremely busy Chartered Architectural Practice in Harrogate specialises in the design and delivery of projects within the Retail & Commercial sectors, to include food retail, large new build retail parks and state of the art logistics depots which supports the huge infrastructure and distribution demand for premier online retailers. Additionally, the practice have a growing Residential division which incorporates volume and bespoke housing and they have a growing presence within the Commercial Architecture scene.
The Practice have a welcoming and vibrant contemporary studio space which has recently been extensively refurbished, situated on the top floor of a high-rise commercial building with expansive views over Harrogate town and the surrounding countryside this really is a terrific environment to enjoy the very best of collaborative working. Culturally the business has a diverse mixture of talented individuals and the company enjoys a busy social scene with monthly socials and team building activities.
The Project Architect is a key hire, you will be joining a team that works solely within a Revit / BIM Level 2 environment providing you with a workstream that will be different and stimulating with some of the projects over £120m in value. A dynamic professional is required work closely with the Directors to ensure projects continue to be delivered to a high standard and will be capable of further developing the work stream.
The role will be focused on managing projects and supporting delivery teams from the early stages of developing concept ideas with the client, preparing feasibility studies and design proposals, producing & submitting planning applications, detailed working drawings and working closely with contractors in a client facing / job running capacity.
To succeed as the Project Architect, you will be required to possess the following attributes –
- Well-rounded Project Architect who are good communicators, ambitious and thrive on fast-paced teamwork.
- Strong Building Regulation knowledge and be able to demonstrate examples of project delivery on site.
- Excellent REVIT and BIM knowledge, being a fully a 100% REVIT based practice this is crucial but for an exceptional candidates REVIT training can be provided.
- Keen eye for Technical design with much of their experience at RIBA stages 3-7.
- You will be expected to take projects through the planning stage, through to delivering meticulous packages of working drawings.
- Previous team leadership / management experience - either in a mentorship capacity or a wider project deliver function.
- Finally, our client have a prerequisite to hire someone with natural client facing abilities and who is capable of running site meetings and engaging with contractors.
Requirements for the Project Architect are as follows
- RIBA / ARB affiliated Project Architect with circa 3-7 years' experience.
- Have a background ideally within a busy Architectural Practice or consultancy Environment.
- Demonstrable Job Running and site coordination / Design Coordination & project delivery experience
- Experienced in dealing with the demands of key clients and tight deadlines.
- Varied sector experience including Commercial, Residential, Logistics and/or Retail
- Experience in producing and managing the coordination of complex construction working drawings packages.
- Well-rounded designer who is a good communicator, ambitious and thrive on fast-paced teamwork
- Good working knowledge of current Building Regulations and NBS Create
- Proficient in REVIT software & good understanding of BIM methodologies
- CDM 2015 knowledge - advantageous
Salary offered depending on experience is between £40,000-£45,000 per annum with flexible working hours, option to work from home plus the following benefits –
25 days holiday rising to 32 days over time, sizeable profit share bonus, private healthcare, generous pension, cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers and much more!