Architect (Project Lead)

4718940
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Belfast
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Architecture
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    £Negotiable

*** Architect - Compelling Belfast Practice - Landmark Projects - £Negotiable (DoE) ***

Your new company

Hays are delighted to be working in partnership with a leading Belfast-based architectural practice known for delivering innovative, design-led solutions across a wide range of sectors. With this position the direct result of organic growth, and part of big picture strategy, they are involved in some of the most exciting and complex developments across the UK and Ireland, often exceeding £20 million in value.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and experienced architect to join a dynamic team and take the lead on high-profile projects from concept to completion.

Your new role

As an Architect within this progressive practice, you will be responsible for managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring design integrity, technical accuracy, and client satisfaction throughout all stages. Your responsibilities will include leading project teams and coordinating with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders. You'll oversee design development, technical detailing, and construction documentation and ensure compliance with planning, building regulations, and contractual obligations. Due to the particular involvement this studio have in terms of workload, you will at times be expected to navigate the post-Grenfell regulation and fire-safety framework, so familiarity with the 'Golden thread' workflow process and process would be highly advantageous.You'll be highly involved in mentoring junior staff and contributing to practice-wide design reviews, and managing project programmes, budgets, and client communications.

You will be working on complex commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments, with the opportunity to shape the architectural vision of projects often valued in excess of £20m.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this role you must have a recognised Architectural qualification (and associated ARB / RIAI registration), 5+ years post Part III experience within a creative studio, and extensive experience of working on large scale construction projects - ideally in a Senior or lead position. You'll have advanced proficiency in Revit, with a strong technical knowledge of construction and building methodologies. Commanding excellent leadership, communication, presentation and client-facing skills, you'll be comfortable operating at a senior level on time-sensitive, fast-moving projects and the related client, colleague and 3rd party networking this necessitates. Experience of working on high-value commercial or mid-to-high rise residential schemes is highly desirable, and this practice are looking for someone who thrive in a collaborative environment, and who shares their passion for quality, forward-thinking Architecture.


What you'll get in return

As an integral Architect for this vibrant practice, you'll receive a competitive salary / remuneration package (tailored to experience level), and you'll also avail of their Employee Owned Trust scheme, for which they were the premier studio in Northern Ireland to pioneer. With opportunities to take a lead role on eye-catching projects across the UK & Ireland, you'll join a practice committed to professional growth and design excellence. With hybrid working options, structured CPD and career development pathways, this could be the long-term career move you've been looking for.


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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