Intermediate Architect

The Client:

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With hundreds of award-winning projects annually, our client is ranked as one of the top global design firms.

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2,500 employees located in 24 offices around the world the global practice works on a variety of sectors is recognized as one of the industry’s preeminent sustainable design firms due to its innovative research, design tools, and expertise.

Summary of Role:

We are seeking Senior and Intermediate licensed Architects with large scale, high-end office buildings experience in London. Project responsibility for planning, development and execution of technical documentation which may include interpreting, organizing and coordinating project team assignments.

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Design:

• Works in tandem with designers to coordinate design development and construction documents.
• Advanced understanding of planning, programming and design principles and methods.
• Understands and responds to the technical implications of design decisions.
• Facilitates firm and project goals of excellence in design, execution, and sustainability.
• Help prepare detailed drawings and mentor junior staff.

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Technical:

• Directs production of schematic, design development and construction documents in collaboration with Project Manager.
• Coordinates project documentation execution,construction plans and details, insuring quality control and completion.
• Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems.
• Understands and coordinates engineering systems relevant to projects.
• Reviews shop drawings, material samples and CD’s for conformance with design.
• Conducts and documents field observations to monitor progress of construction.
• Performs construction administration duties (e.g. RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, etc.).
• Prepares reports and specifications; reviews completed reports, plans, cost estimates and calculations.
• Executes applicable agency review analysis(accessibility, zoning, life-safety, etc.).

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Management:

• May establish architectural budget, task schedule and other components of the project work plan with project manager.
• Directs or coordinates production of construction documents, drawings and specifications in compliance with project scope, schedule and cost.
• Implements meeting objectives, facilitates meetings and provides documentation in collaboration with Project Manager.
• May participate in marketing, client and owner presentations.
• Directs, organizes and mentors junior staff with responsibility oversight of their assignments.

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Education:

• Post graduate qualification in Architecture
• Professional qualification in Architecture (Part III)
• Professional registration (ARB or equivalent)

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Experience:

• Experienced in all phases of project design, construction documentation production and construction materials.
• Project delivery experience on £20M+ schemes.
• Familiar with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems.
• Understanding of project management process.
• Ability to apply CAD and interpret and review CAD drawings.
• Revit knowledge and experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to direct or coordinate work efforts of junior staff.
• Collaborative and professional work ethic.