Job Summary
As an Associate Architect, you will be responsible for architectural design; co-ordination of Design Team & contract administration for assigned projects; key commercial activities; and Business Development.
You will specialise in the application of building science and technology on architectural, interiors and construction projects and be recognised as having specialist skills that enable you to manage the design process and to use your technical knowledge & expertise to provide innovative and aesthetically pleasing solutions.
As a Qualified and ARB Chartered Architect, you will be continually working to further enhance your knowledge in the application of design, building science and technology on architectural and construction projects.
Key to the role is a focus on “delivery” and playing an active, mentoring and lead role in the delivery of our technical work – promoting and displaying technical competency in both BIM and Revit.
In addition, you will have a good working knowledge and experience of negotiating and managing the development of a construction project.
You will also have negotiated and manages all aspects of architectural and construction contracts, using traditional, partnering, design & build and other appropriate methods.
You will also recognise the significance of the post construction aspects of the project – Soft Landings, etc.
As an architectural professional, you must adhere to your Codes of Conduct.
Experience Requirements
- Obtained a first & second degree and RIBA Part III (or equivalent approved).
- An enthusiasm to develop your design and technical skills and a real interest in the Architectural profession.
- A minimum of 15 years of professional practice post ARB Certification.
- An excellent understanding and thorough business knowledge of the Architectural field.
- Excellent experience in CAD / REVIT / BIM, in a recognised Industry Standard Format, including 3D graphics and presentation relevant basic software (update training will be given as required).
- Excellent REVIT and AutoCAD skills (update training will be given as required).
- A minimum of BIM Level 2 experience (training will be given as required).
- An established skill of maintaining excellent client relationships, becoming competent in key client management as a tool towards developing future business.
- A positive working attitude with good communication skills and flexibility in thoughts and actions.
- Commercial awareness in both the type of work undertaken and the level of responsibility accepted.
- Be enthusiastic, pro–active, flexible and adaptive in achieving team goals, targets, and change requirements.
- Able to influence and collaborate with other managers and direct reports.
- Provide others in our teams with a clear sense of purpose and direction, stimulating a productive team climate where members participate and feel involved.
- Put cases across with impact and conviction, whilst presenting facts clearly and logically.
- Provide feedback and encourage others to contribute ideas and opinions.
- Able to maintain a balance between driving people and releasing their potential.
- Project a strong sense of confidence and ability to handle difficult situations and achieve successful results.
- Display persistence, determination and energy in overcoming obstacles.
- Influence and support commercial policies, by understanding gross margin performance needs and be able to read and understand contracts.
- Ability to put together and deliver logical and influential presentations.
- Be confident in professional communication with both external and internal customers.
- Demonstrate effective working relationships with all disciplines.
Benefits & Initiatives
This firm offer excellent benefits and initiatives, including:
- Incentive Scheme.
- Car Benefit Scheme.
- Work From Home.
- Health Insurance – cash plan.
- Flexible working scheme.
- Long service award.
- Hour early finish on Friday.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Annual leave inc. sell, buy & carry-over.
- Annual season ticket loan.
- Generous maternity & paternity pay.
- Employee introduction awards.
- Professional qualification support.
Salary also ranging up to £65,000 PA
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Please get in touch with Jack if this position may sound of interest to you. Jack is a consultant at mustard with a specialist regional approach to architectural recruitment. He works with private practices, multidisciplinary consultancies, developers and contractors across the Midlands including numerous AJ100 firms.
mustard are a specialist creative recruitment consultancy with offices in Bristol, London and Hong Kong. Established for over 11 years, they have a market-leading reputation for quality service and delivery across architecture, interior design and the creative industries.
Jack Perks | jack.perks@mustardjobs.co.uk | +447441347538 | www.mustardjobs.co.uk