Project Architect

Project Architect required to join the Residential team of a large cutting-edge Architectural Practice in Harrogate and deliver multiple living sector projects from conception to completion.

This recent multiple award winning Practice has 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, reporting to the practice Associate Director. You will be accountable for the successful design and delivery of various large scale Residential projects. The role will be hands-on with the client; therefore, someone with excellent client relationship building and the ability to build good rapport is fundamental. Someone with previous site-based job running experience will be looked upon very favorably.

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 developments nearing a value of circa £80-£100m. A dynamic professional is required to 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. Previous Revit experience would be beneficial; however, our client can offer training via their in-house BIM academy, so the role is open to candidates who have not yet worked on Revit software.

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:

1. Well-rounded Project Architect who are good communicators, ambitious and thrive on fast-paced teamwork.
2. Strong Building Regulation knowledge and be able to demonstrate examples of project delivery on site.
3. Excellent REVIT and BIM knowledge; being a fully 100% REVIT based practice this is crucial but for exceptional candidates, REVIT training can be provided.
4. Keen eye for Technical design with much of their experience at RIBA stages 3-7.
5. You will be expected to take projects through the planning stage, through to delivering meticulous packages of working drawings.
6. Previous team leadership/management experience - either in a mentorship capacity or a wider project delivery function.
7. Natural client-facing abilities and who is capable of running site meetings and engaging with contractors.

Essential requirements for the Project Architect:

1. RIBA / ARB affiliated Project Architect with circa 3-7 years' experience.
2. Have a background ideally within a busy Architectural Practice or consultancy environment.
3. Demonstrable Job Running and site coordination/design coordination & project delivery experience.
4. Experience in dealing with the demands of key clients and tight deadlines.
5. Varied sector experience including Commercial, Residential, Logistics and/or Retail.
6. Experience in producing and managing the coordination of complex construction working drawings packages.
7. Well-rounded designer who is a good communicator, ambitious and thrives on fast-paced teamwork.
8. Good working knowledge of current Building Regulations and NBS Create.
9. Proficient in REVIT software & good understanding of BIM methodologies.
10. CDM 2015 knowledge - advantageous.
11. Excellent communication and organisation skills.

Salary offered depending on experience is between £38,000 - £43,000 per annum with the following benefits:

1. The option of hybrid working.
2. 25 days holiday rising to 32 days over time.
3. Sizeable profit share bonus.
4. Private healthcare.
5. Generous pension.
6. Cycle to work scheme.
7. Childcare vouchers.
8. Professional fees paid.

Please forward your up-to-date CV and portfolio through to James Jackson at Conrad Consulting or call (phone number removed) for further details.