Our client, a successful architectural practice, with over 50 years of history and a number of offices across the UK are seeking a talented Architect to join their expanding office in Longbridge, Birmingham. They have a determination to provide a first-class service, which has generated client relationships across both the private and public sectors. Our client is receptive in their search, so Architects of all levels’ are encouraged to apply. Our client are also recruiting for 2 Architect roles, with projects at both early Concept stages as well as later in a project lifecycle. Due to this our client can be flexible with the role and stages that the Architect will be working on.
Our client is currently going through planned expansion and under the direction of their ambitious and forward-thinking leadership, the studio consequently has an extremely busy pipeline of work. These are projects are primarily larger scale Commercial / Industrial projects so experience in either sector would be advantageous. Our client’s culture is supportive and flexible, with staff well-being at their core, which is evident in their generous compensation and benefits package offered. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, however our client are ideally looking for Architects to work in the Commercial, Mixed-Use and Industrial sectors. Our client is a Revit using practice, so experience with the software is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Architect with a client that is caring about employees and clients, maintaining long lasting relationships in both areas. They are an award-winning creative team, applying technical expertise and commercial realism to effectively resolve complex issues and produce well-designed, innovative, and deliverable buildings.
Architect Salary & Benefits
* Competitive salary (£35,000 - £45,000 DOE)
* Hybrid working
* Profit related bonus
* Pension
* Life insurance
* Health insurance
* 34 days holiday pa (inc bank holidays)
* Progression opportunities
* Training, support and development – regularly scheduled reviews with your manager
* Other company benefits to be discussed at interview stage
Architect Job Overview
* Opportunity to run projects at varying stages.
* Work within the Commercial, Mixed-Use and Industrial sectors.
* Collaborate with clients and consultant to manage projects efficiently.
* Resolve problems and issues that arise during construction.
* Liaise with clients and develop key relationships.
* Production of construction stage drawings in Revit.
* Production of technical packs, including General arrangement drawings and technical details.
* Working in small project-based teams within the office and digitally across offices.
* Visiting site and external organisations’ offices for Design Team Meetings, site reviews, snagging and client and/or contractor meetings.
* Taking early-stage client briefs and developing these into design responses.
* Producing feasibility studies to tight deadlines, to enable the client to make informed decisions.
* Producing information packs for planning which meet the local requirements.
* Leading on the production of Design & Access statements and planning approval requirements.
* Working on tender drawings, ensuring the project retains its design through value engineering and variations to the brief.
Architect Job Requirements
* ARB OR RIBA Qualified Architect
* Ability to action a client brief
* Live within a commutable distance of Longbridge, Birmingham
* Good Revit knowledge
* Strong Commercial or Industrial experience, highly advantageous
* Excellent communication and written skills
* Ability to work well in a small project team
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.