About the role
Group Architectural Manager
At Miller Homes, we are building homes in a way that allows us to create better places for people to belong to, better homes for customers, and better places for communities to thrive and nature to prosper. We are also creating a better working environment for our people.
We are looking to recruit a Group Architectural Manager to join our technical team. As Group Architectural Manager, reporting to the Group Head of Technical, you will be responsible for managing all architectural and technical aspects for the Miller Homes Scotland Product, overseeing the design and delivery of high-quality architectural solutions. You will ensure compliance with regulatory standards, drive design quality, and foster collaboration across technical and regional teams to support business objectives.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
1. Design Oversight and Quality Control:
Produce, review, and approve construction drawings and standard details to ensure alignment with Scotland Building standards, NHBC standards, having due regard for CDM regulations and company requirements.
Review and approve external suppliers’ and consultants’ documentation to ensure compatibility with our designs and current legislation.
Monitor design quality, identifying risks or issues and implementing corrective measures.
Ensure all designs are innovative, functional, aesthetically pleasing, and meet business objectives.
Present design concepts and proposals for approval, incorporating feedback as required.
Ensure NHBC type approvals are obtained in a timely manner.
Ensure technical drawings follow Miller Homes BIM standards.
2. Technical Expertise:
Stay up to date with the latest architectural trends, regulatory changes, NHBC standards, and new technologies.
Provide technical support and guidance on complex design challenges.
Ensure full compliance with all relevant Building standards and NHBC standards.
Manage and maintain the standard construction specification for use in the Scotland regions.
Key Capabilities Required:
1. Strong architectural design expertise with a comprehensive understanding of building systems and construction processes.
2. Good leadership and team management skills.
3. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across technical teams and stakeholders.
5. Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft 365 software.
6. Knowledge of BIM standards/processes desirable.
Behavioural Attributes:
1. Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across technical teams and stakeholders.
2. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work efficiently.
3. Be self-motivated.
4. Willing to travel nationally to regional businesses as required.
5. Be forthcoming with creative design ideas when required.
6. Be confident in their own technical and design knowledge.
7. Work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within the technical teams.
Knowledge, Experience and Qualification:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, construction processes, Building standards, and NHBC standards.
2. Experience reviewing and coordinating external consultants’ and suppliers’ information for design compatibility.
3. Have a minimum HND/HNC or equivalent qualification in Construction/Architectural Technology.
4. To have extensive experience of working for a national housebuilder.
5. To have good knowledge of emerging and changing legislation, with the ability to write reports on this where required.
6. Knowledge of NHQC processes and procedures.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications through our website. Please submit your Curriculum Vitae and covering letter ideally including details of your current salary and notice period.
This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, and therefore you should apply for this job as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, only successful candidates will be contacted.
(No Agencies Please)
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