We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and diligent Senior Architect to join our RIBA Chartered practice in our Southwest and London offices on a permanent basis.  As part of this role, you will get a chance to work on a variety of project types and scales within our residential and commercial sectors.

Responsibilities

• The creation and development of design proposals and planning applications through to technical specifications, tender packages, and detailed construction drawings. Experience across all RIBA work stages, particularly 4+.
• Actively engage with Clients, Consultants, Contractors, and other construction professionals. Present works, chair meetings including agenda setting and minute writing.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications, with knowledge of the planning system including NPPF / Local Plans and relevant guidance.
• Producing project programmes and managing a small team of architects, assistants, and technologists.
• Carry out Designer CDM responsibilities with knowledge of CDM and BSA Principal Designer roles.
• Attend and help with site appraisals, surveys, client meetings and site inspections.
• Being part of a cohesive team, mentoring and supporting your colleagues, to grow and learn together.
• Understand and able to manage the commercial aspects of the project, including fee preparation, resourcing, and warranties.

Requirements

• Have experience in the residential sector including apartments buildings and low scale housing. Experience in healthcare and industrial would also be advantageous.
• Be highly motivated, organised with excellent communication skills.
• Part III RIBA Qualified Architect.
• Have a strong construction knowledge with ability to produce technical details and specifications.
• Have at least 5 years UK office based, post qualification experience.
• Be skilled in the use of Revit. The use of AutoCAD would also be advantageous.

Benefits

• A competitive, negotiable salary, dependent on skills and experience.
• Opportunities to grow within the practice.
• Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Optional working from home (1 day per week).
• 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a small portfolio of your work to careers@boonbrown.com with the subject title ‘Senior Architect’.