Job Description
A Project delivery specialist that operates between both Architecture & Engineering worlds are seeking an energetic, self-starter to join their UK team to work on a range of high-profile, complex projects including master plans, specific plans, vision studies, and concept-driven design schemes.
The main projects will include R&D, Industrial, Healthcare along with many other highly complex/ specialist schemes.
You will be responsible for leading the master-planning direction in the UK with our clients across their complex multi-disciplinary projects.
You will be focused on master planning projects both within the region but also for international collaborations, while also gaining exposure to a wide range of design experiences within our full portfolio of integrated disciplines.
- In close consultation with the Head of Architecture, lead the development of creative and innovative design concepts on a broad range of master planning
- Develop and advance conceptual and schematic designs on projects and prepare compelling and immersive 3D and 2D diagrams that communicate strategy and design.
- Analyse and document project influences of design and master planning projects.
- Assist with site planning and programming, footprint layouts, development calculations, massing and architectural design
- Participate in public, client and other project meetings.
- Manage and engage key internal and external stakeholders effectively to drive project process, resolve issues, achieve excellence in project deliverables and overall objectives
- Collaborate with other members of the Design Group to develop and advance conceptual and schematic designs on master planning projects
- Prepare graphic/narrative reports and presentations that communicate the design process, research, and concepts
- Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
- Enhance and optimize designs using rapid and iterative simulation techniques.
- Act as a team member in coordinating and reviewing of work product.
- Contribute to office activities, initiative and learning programs.
- Interact through projects and other office wide initiatives with other offices and practice areas.
- Display an enthusiastic approach towards others with a ‘teamwork’ focus, ultimately building a team around you to deliver projects.
- The preparation and co-ordination of project information and its timely issue to the Client, Contractor and/or the Project Team as required.
- Job planning including fee against resources, maintaining fortnightly from worksheets, advising the Head of Department of changes in resource requirements.
- Responsible for the co-ordination of concept and detail design information within the constraints quality, time and costs.
- Ensuring that project files are set up and processes comply with our QA procedures.
- Liaise with the Head of Architecture to facilitate and hold design and technical reviews.
- Take a proactive approach in respect of advice to clients to improve value on all aspects of service delivery.
- Be aware of and highlight business opportunities to the Management Team, in respect of existing clients or introductions to new clients and new opportunities.
- Be a fully qualified Architect
- Strong level of experience in strategic site master-planning for complex site developments and projects.
- Project expertise and knowledge related to some of our core sectors (manufacturing, life sciences, high-tech facilities) is required.
- Knowledge and understanding of building components and typologies and their relationship to public space and infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of planning laws, policies, and regulatory tools.
- Proficiency working in Autodesk Revit is preferred, but training can be provided,
Skills & Attributes
- Display a self-motivated and organised approach to work.
- Display a positive ‘can do’ attitude towards tasks, colleagues and multi-disciplined teams.
- Demonstrable ability to play a positive role in multi-discipline teams.
- Professional approach and demeanour. A strong ethical approach to safety, quality, environmental protection and business.
- Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with clients and peers at all levels.
- Flexibility to travel as and when required to meet demands of clients and their projects.
Salary on offer will range between £60 - 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 | +44 (0)203 854 1100 | www.mustardjobs.co.uk