Due to an expanding workload and Client base, the UNUM Partnership is looking for a Project Architect or Senior Technician with a track record in the delivery of projects and job running to join our Glasgow based office. Our current work stream is full of exciting and unique projects as we continue to win high-profile projects nationwide. These include landmark hotels, events centres, PBSA and one-off private houses in locations such as London, Birmingham, Glasgow and Edinburgh.
We pride ourselves on having longstanding relationships with our clients that include some of the UK's leading hotel operators and care operators.
We are looking for the right individual with the talent to help design & deliver our growing workload. That individual will have with the appropriate skill-set, experience, and talent, who will work well within and become an integral part of our established ‘team’.
We promote a collaborative environment and strong team ethic within the office and encourage involvement across all projects to achieve the best solutions and to broaden staff experience and skill-sets. Applicants should be driven with a pro-active approach, and take pride in their work.
The role will involve:
* Under the direction of directors, run projects from outline design through to completion including scheme design, detail design including production information, and involvement throughout construction phases. Managing the process and co-ordinating Consultants input.
* Liaising regularly and building strong relationships with clients, contractors and the design team.
* Understanding and implementing the technical standards for Scotland, English and Irish building regulations and liaising with local authorities.
* Working as part of a team and directing junior team members in day-to-day activities.
Key Attributes:
* Have a proven ability to lead projects from concept to completion.
* Experience co-ordinating design teams through detailed design and the construction phase.
* Strong graphic presentation and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work individually and part of a team.
* Experience in residential, care and hospitality sectors is preferred although not essential.
* Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe suite, and Microsoft office software.
At Unum we offer excellent remuneration, commensurate with experience, including a competitive salary, company pension scheme, private medical care including discounted gym memberships, 32 days annual leave allowance inclusive of bank holidays. Blended working can also be agreed.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.
Competitive, commensurate with experience
Permanent
Full Time
Advert posted
16 September 2025
17 October 2025
Practice
Unum Partnership Ltd
77 St Vincent Street
1st floor rear
GLASGOW G2 5TF
United Kingdom
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