Architect

Avocet; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing architectural team in Plymouth is looking for an experienced Senior Architect. This role involves strategic delivery on large-scale projects, enhancing internal processes while maintaining close design and technical involvement. Candidates should have significant architectural experience, strong knowledge of NEC contracts, and proven leadership in delivering complex projects. The position offers a flexible working environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Contemporary studio setting

Open collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Significant architectural experience ideally with exposure to healthcare projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and programme management.
• Demonstrated leadership across all RIBA stages from concept to site coordination.
• Proven success in delivering complex high-value projects within time and budget constraints.
• Ability to manage both large and smaller concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal change control procedures on complex large-scale projects.
• Provide direction and oversight to ensure deliverables are met and changes initiated.
• Coordinate with consultants and internal teams for efficient delivery.
• Oversee programme timelines and manage delivery packages.
• Support NEC contract processes and risk management.

Skills

Architectural experience

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Leadership in RIBA stages

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

APIs

Pegasystems

Spring

SOAP

.NET

Hybris

Adobe Experience Manager

J2EE

Java

Oracle

Job description

Senior Architect

Plymouth

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Architect to take on a strategic delivery-focused role within a growing architectural team based in Plymouth. This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in process project management and improving the internal delivery of large-scale architectural projects while maintaining close involvement in design and technical delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage internal change control procedures on complex large-scale projects
• Provide direction and oversight to ensure deliverables are met and initiate changes where additional services are requested
• Coordinate with directly appointed consultants and internal multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient delivery and communication
• Oversee programme timelines and manage delivery packages across sectors
• Support NEC contract processes including programme amendments and risk management
• Raise early warnings anticipate challenges and take proactive steps to minimise project risk
• Act as a liaison between contractors clients consultants and internal teams
• Contribute to strategic decision-making during key project meetings
• Work closely with internal teams to embed best practices across projects

Required Skills and Experience

• Significant architectural experience ideally with exposure to healthcare projects
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and programme management
• Demonstrated leadership across all RIBA stages from concept to site coordination
• Proven success in delivering complex high-value projects within time and budget constraints
• Experience working in a design- and delivery-led environment
• Ability to manage both large and smaller concurrent projects
• Strong communication negotiation and collaboration skills
• Strategic approach to problem-solving and process optimisation
• Willingness to work regularly from the Plymouth studio and attend project meetings as needed

Desirable Skills

• Experience delivering healthcare projects
• Familiarity with MMC and BIM workflows
• Background in coordinating large consultant teams
• Interest in long-term operational strategy and internal project management
• Previous leadership of projects valued between 20m and 100m

Whats on Offer

• Full-time or part-time position (minimum 3 days per week)
• Flexible and supportive working environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Contemporary studio setting
• Open collaborative and people-focused culture

Key Skills

• APIs
• Pegasystems
• Spring
• SOAP
• .NET
• Hybris
• Solution Architecture
• Service-Oriented Architecture
• Adobe Experience Manager
• J2EE
• Java
• Oracle

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1