Senior Project Architect

Jones Lambell Ellis Studio are seeking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic project architect to take a leading role in the design and detailing of new projects within the studio. The successful applicant will have a minimum of 5 years post-RIBA Part III experience in the UK, with proven experience of taking projects from inception through to completion and sound knowledge of the high-end residential sector. This is a senior role and the successful candidate will be responsible for leading other members within the team, so should be a natural team leader and have the ability to ensure strict deadlines are met, to a high standard. Proficiency in Autocad is essential, as is proven experience in running meetings, design coordination, technical and detailed drawing, and on-site delivery.

JLE Studio has been built on a reputation for excellence in design and the technical expertise brought to each project. Working mainly in the high-end residential sector, we work closely with our clients - striving always to exceed their expectations.

On offer is a competitive salary and the chance to work in a small but stable studio, with the opportunity to develop and grow.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of planning, tender & construction information including drawings, schedules, and specifications
• Full coordination of detail design information with third-party consultants and sub-contractors
• Preparation and submission of planning applications
• Coordinate with main contractor, sub-contractors and suppliers during the construction phase to resolve on-site issues
• Reviewing and coordinating specialist sub-contractor packages
• Manage the project team to work to the design programme and ensure this is adjusted accordingly if warranted
• Contract administration

Skills & Qualities:

• ARB registered 5+ years' experience post
• Part III qualification Minimum of 5 years’ experience in RIBA stage 3 onwards
• Thorough understanding of UK building regulations and the planning process
• Extensive experience in high-end residential design
• Proven experience running jobs start to finish and the ability to manage a team
• Immediately available to work in the UK (from our South West London office, 5 days per week)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in MS office
• Excellent design and/or technical abilities
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Sketchup and Adobe InDesign
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project management
• NBS specification writing experience would be advantageous
• Ability to successfully manage own time and to work across multiple projects at any given time
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written as you will be responsible for dealing with the demands of key clients
• Confidence while working with other members of the design team, and directly with the client
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressured deadlines if/when called upon
• Fluent in English
• The right to live and work in the UK

Alongside a generous remuneration package, our friendly practice can offer training, ongoing CPD and social events as well as the opportunity to work on fantastic projects.