Experienced Architect
Location: Barnstable
Salary: GBP40:46,000
A respected architectural practice based in North Devon is seeking an experienced Architect to join its growing and collaborative team. The studio has built a strong reputation for delivering thoughtful and high:quality residential and commercial projects across rural and countryside settings throughout the South West. Its portfolio includes bespoke homes, conversions, commercial developments and heritage and conservation schemes, all underpinned by a commitment to sensitive and landscape:led design.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Architect who is passionate about rural architecture and is looking to progress within a supportive and well:established practice.
Benefits
* Competitive salary depending on experience
* Clear career progression within a respected and expanding practice
* Supportive and friendly working environment
* Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, promoting work life balance
* Opportunity to live and work in one of the UKs most desirable rural regions
Role and Responsibilities
* Lead and support projects from concept through to completion
* Prepare and submit planning applications, including statements and supporting documentation, with administrative support
* Manage the planning process and liaise with local authorities
* Produce high:quality design proposals and technical drawings
* Undertake site visits across North Devon and the wider South West
* Deliver sustainable and context:sensitive architecture tailored to rural settings
Required Skills and Experience
* Fully qualified Architect with proven UK practice experience
* Strong knowledge of planning processes, including hands:on experience preparing and managing applications
* Experience working on rural, residential or commercial projects
* Excellent design, technical and presentation skills
* Proficient in Revit; experience with D5 Render, SketchUp or similar software advantageous
* Confident communicator with a proactive and collaborative approach
* Passionate about rural architecture and landscape:led design
* Willing to support and mentor junior team members
, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to I look forward to hearing from you soon.