Principal Architect - Public Transport Asset Strategy

Nexus; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Travel benefits across Tyne and Wear

Health and wellbeing benefits

Discount and rewards program

Job summary

Nexus is seeking an exceptional Principal Architect to lead architectural stewardship, development and assurance across the Metro and wider transport network in the North East of England. You will shape station buildings, bus infrastructure and assets, acting as the technical authority for architectural matters across capital projects and operations.

You will work with project teams, contractors and senior stakeholders to set standards, drive safety, accessibility and long-term resilience,

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture or equivalent experience and ARB registration.
• Knowledge of architectural design, including structural, accessibility and planning aspects.
• Experience producing specifications, reports and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead for architectural matters across Nexus estate.
• Lead input into capital projects from concept to handover.
• Develop and maintain technical standards and guidance.
• Assess asset condition and lifecycle strategies for stations and buildings.
• Provide specialist advice to project teams and senior leaders.

Skills

Architectural expertise

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Lifecycle management

Regulatory knowledge

BIM/drawings knowledge

Education

Degree in Architecture

ARB registration

Membership of an architectural institution

Tools

BIM-related information

Job description

Nexus is seeking an exceptional Principal Architect to lead architectural stewardship, development and assurance across the Metro and wider transport network in the North East of England. You will shape station buildings, bus infrastructure and assets, acting as the technical authority for architectural matters across capital projects and operations.

You will work with project teams, contractors and senior stakeholders to set standards, drive safety, accessibility and long-term resilience,