Project Architect

Zesty Work; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An up-and-coming architectural studio in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Project Architect to manage diverse design projects. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have ARB registration, a strong design portfolio, and proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD and Revit, along with exceptional teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible hours

Early finish on Fridays

Christmas bonus

Hybrid/Remote working options

Paid ARB & RIBA subscriptions

Expenditure support for relevant Architectural courses

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing creative design and graphic skills.
• Exceptional communication skills and confidence in correspondence.
• Good drawing, design, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall aspects of project design.
• Coordinate design teams and document meetings.
• Client liaison on small commissions under team guidance.

Skills

Creative design

Graphic skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

ARB registration as an Architect

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Project Architect for an Up & Coming Architectural Studio

Permanent

Salary: Around £40,000 per annum DOE

About the Role

At Zesty Work we are very excited to share with you the details on this fantastic opportunity, currently for a rapidly growing, award winning, chartered architectural studio based in Essex. With design at the forefront of their practice and a strong clientele within many project sectors, our client is looking to take on an experienced Project Architect. Become an integral part of an expanding studio that offers a welcoming, contemporary, nature filled space accompanied by modern software and a real life social feel. A plant-friendly, sustainable driven, office of avid gamers, creature lovers and motivated workers! With anticipated projects being developed through the RIBA Work Stages 1 - 7, this studio will welcome challenges of many sizes across the board. This is the perfect chance for someone looking to lead on projects within a team of experienced architects, whilst developing long term working relationships with clients. Your day to day responsibility for client liaison and reporting is expected and if youre anticipating for the future, all architects are predicted to move up into a Senior position within the next few years, making it a great opening for those looking to elevate their careers.

Offering a friendly and inclusive work environment that promotes a healthy work life balance across all departments. Including the option to work a mixture of from home or in-office, our client gives back with even more than this on top such as early finish Fridays; paid leave for sickness; Christmas bonus; Gym access and time off for volunteering. Dont forget the competitive pay package too! All in-line with the RIBA standard guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Overall aspects of project design.

• Contract Administration including financial control in coordination with QS and certification under guidance of team leaders.

Brief taking and documentation.

Design team coordination.

Chairing and documenting design team meetings.

Attendance at (and running of where necessary) site meetings.

Assisting senior team members in the preparation of project programmes.

• Project runner and design team coordinator generally focusing on a single primary project.

Client liaison on small commissions under guidance of team leader.

Representative the practice externally through client and consultant liaison.

Mentor for less experienced staff members.

Developing project and team leadership roles within the practice.

• Developing design approach and bringing experience to the realisation of design concepts.
• Key role in the development of design proposals from inception to completion.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Current registration with the ARB as an Architect.

Strong portfolio showcasing creative design and graphic skills.

Exceptional communication skills for effective teamwork.

Confidence in correspondence with clients and stakeholders.

Have efficient problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD and Revit for rendering and visualisation.

Proficiency with SketchUp useful but not required.

Good drawing, design and presentation skills.

Good communication and organisational skills.

Knowledge of UK Planning Policy and Building Regulations essential.

• Outstanding time management, with the ability to handle workload around tight deadlines.
• Willingness to learn, share knowledge, with a passion for career progression.

Get in Touch

if this all sounds good and you're as excited as we are about the role, please get in touch with Zesty Work now!

What You Get Back

• Competitive salary package, negotiable on experience.
• Flexible hours.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Christmas bonus.
• Maternity and paternity leave covered.
• Hybrid/Remote working options.
• Paid ARB & RIBA subscriptions.
• Open and friendly working environment.
• Expenditure support for relevant Architectural courses.
• Weekly whole office meetings, encouraging architectural competitions.