Our client, a well-established multidisciplinary design practice, is looking for a Senior Architect with a strong Education sector background covering different frameworks to join their growing Education team in Birmingham
Youand#39;ll take ownership of design development and coordination across a varied portfolio of education projects, from early feasibility and briefing through to technical design and construction. Youand#39;ll be expected to strike the right balance between design quality, functionality, sustainability, regulatory compliance and buildability, so every scheme delivers against the brief.
Day to day, youand#39;ll lead and contribute to design reviews and stakeholder workshops, carry out accommodation analysis, develop options and support planning submissions, while coordinating architectural information with the wider project team.
Youand#39;ll also help strengthen the practiceand#39;s reputation in the education market and its ability to win new work, networking across the sector and getting involved with the developing relationships across the region
This is a key hire within an expanding education portfolio, with clear opportunities for professional development and a route towards Associate level.
About the practice
Our client is a respected, people-focused design practice with a collaborative studio culture and a strong reputation for inclusive, sustainable design. They work closely with clients, users and communities, and offer the stability of an established business alongside varied, meaningful project work.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and support school projects through feasibility, concept, developed and technical design stages
- Develop and present design proposals that meet the brief, DfE requirements and programme
- Produce and coordinate drawings, layouts, schedules, reports and technical information
- Lead and take part in design reviews, workshops and stakeholder engagement, working with clients, contractors, school users, DfE representatives and consultants
- Deliver robust, compliant and buildable solutions, spotting and resolving design and technical issues early
- Support studio leadership with team resourcing, programme and deliverables
- Mentor and guide junior colleagues, sharing technical and project knowledge to support their development
About you
- 5 + years post-qualification experience, with a proven track record in the Education sector
- ARB/RIBA registered Architect
- Experience of education frameworks is highly desirable.
- Confident in Revit and BIM workflows, with strong technical knowledge and the ability to communicate design information clearly
- A collaborative approach to working with clients and the wider project team
- Keen to contribute to studio culture beyond project work
The successful Senior Architect will see a salary likely to be in the region of andpound;45,000 - andpound;52,000 Dependent on experience, Hybrid working and a host of other benefits.
To apply, please forward your up to date CV andamp; portfolio through to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. Alternatively, contact Ashley on (phone number removed) to discuss in further detail.