Architect

Barker Associates; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (pro-rated)

Healthcare cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Scheme

Total Rewards Package

Employee-owned business

Job summary

Barker Associates is seeking an ARB-registered Architect to join the Architecture and Design team in the UK. You will lead delivery from concept through construction, engaging with clients and internal specialists to ensure design quality and project success.

The role covers RIBA Stages 0-7 with autonomy, mentoring for junior staff, and a commitment to sustainable design across education, commercial and residential projects. DBS check and full driving licence required.

Qualifications

• ARB registered Architect with RIBA Part 3 qualification.
• Demonstrable post-qualification experience delivering projects across RIBA Stages 0-7.
• Strong technical background with experience in detailed design and construction delivery.
• Proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day architectural delivery of small to medium-sized projects across education, commercial and residential sectors.
• Act as the primary architectural point of contact for allocated projects, liaising with clients, consultants, contractors and internal teams.
• Develop, coordinate and deliver design proposals from concept through technical design, ensuring alignment with client briefs and programmes.
• Produce and oversee technical drawings, specifications and schedules for planning, building regulations, tender and construction stages.
• Coordinate architectural information with structural, civil, MEP, sustainability and surveying disciplines for integrated delivery.
• Prepare and manage planning applications and building regulation packages.
• Support procurement and construction activities, including tender documentation and site queries.
• Attend and contribute to client meetings and design team meetings.
• Apply sound technical judgement to ensure compliance with Building Regulations and standards.
• Manage workload to meet quality and programme targets; escalate risks as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff and contribute to QA processes.
• Engage with sustainability and low-carbon design principles.

Skills

ARB registered Architect

RIBA Part 3

Client-facing

Design skills

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

NBS Chorus

Job description

Description

Barker Associates is an award winning, employee-owned property consultancy and trusted advisor, offering Architecture and Design, Project Management, Surveying, Engineering, and Energy and Sustainability services across the UK. Proud back-to-back recipients of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work Award, we provide innovative, sustainable solutions from concept, to build, and beyond, for clients across all sectors.

We are currently seeking an Architect to join our Architecture and Design team based in Braintree. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an Architect looking to develop their career within a collaborative, technically strong and supportive consultancy environment.

The Role

As an Architect at Barker, you will be responsible for projects across RIBA Stages 0-7, working closely with clients and internal multi-disciplinary teams. You will take ownership of allocated projects, with appropriate autonomy and responsibility, supported by senior colleagues and clear opportunities for career progression.

Key Areas Of Responsibilities Will Include

• Lead the day-to-day architectural delivery of small to medium-sized projects across education, commercial and residential sectors.
• Act as the primary architectural point of contact for allocated projects, liaising directly with clients, consultants, contractors and internal teams.
• Develop, coordinate and deliver design proposals from concept through technical design, ensuring alignment with client briefs, statutory requirements and agreed programmes.
• Produce and oversee high-quality technical drawings, specifications and schedules for planning, building regulations, tender and construction stages.
• Coordinate architectural information with structural, civil, MEP, sustainability and surveying disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Prepare and manage statutory submissions, including planning applications and building regulation packages.
• Support procurement and construction activities, including preparation of tender documentation, responding to contractor queries, RFIs and attending site inspections.
• Attend and contribute to client meetings, design team meetings, planning consultations and site meetings.
• Apply sound technical judgement to ensure compliance with current Building Regulations, British Standards and industry best practice.
• Manage workload effectively to meet agreed quality, fee and programme targets, identifying and escalating risks where appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring support to junior team members and contribute to internal design reviews and quality assurance processes.
• Actively engage with sustainability and low-carbon design principles in line with Barker Associates' commitment to responsible development.

Requirements

• ARB registered Architect with RIBA Part 3 qualification.
• Demonstrable post-qualification experience delivering projects across RIBA Stages 0-7.
• Strong technical background with experience in detailed design and construction delivery.
• Proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Good design skills with the ability to develop concepts into robust, buildable solutions.
• Confident, client-facing approach and experience working within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience of NBS Chorus.

Additional Information

• A full, valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.
• Appointment will be subject to a DBS Enhanced check.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rated) plus bank holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme including Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Total Rewards Package
• Employee-owned business with shared success and long-term stability

Barker is committed to supporting your professional growth. We offer structured CPD, mentoring and on-the-job training, with clear and achievable career progression opportunities.

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. Barker is a proud member of WISE (Women in Science and Engineering), reinforcing our commitment to advancing gender diversity and supporting women across technical and STEM professions. At Barker, our people are the heart of our business, and we promote and support a working environment where our employees can be themselves and thrive.

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