Project Architect

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Maidstone is looking for a Project Architect to manage diverse projects including residential, healthcare, and commercial. Offering a competitive salary of up to £60,000, the position includes benefits such as hybrid working, private healthcare, and a comprehensive training program. Candidates should be registered architects with solid knowledge of the Building Safety Act.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday

Paid training

Enhanced pension scheme

Sick pay insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Life insurance

Critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a role as a Project Architect or a senior design role.
• In-depth knowledge of Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
• Live within a commutable distance of Maidstone.

Responsibilities

• Deliver various projects across multiple sectors.
• Run projects from inception to completion.
• Liaise with clients and contractors to meet project goals.
• Act as Principal Designer for Higher-Risk Buildings.
• Lead project design and technical phases.

Skills

Revit

Knowledge of the Building Safety Act

Project management

Client liaison

Education

Registered Architect (ARB or RIBA)

Job description

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Bennett and Game are representing a well-established multi-disciplinary Top 150 Consultancy based in Maidstone who are looking for a Project Architect to join their growing team. The successful Project Architect will get exposure to a variety of projects as our client has a diverse portfolio which includes High-rise Residential, Healthcare, Commercial, Leisure, and Education projects. They are offering a competitive salary of up to £60,000 in addition to a range of benefits including hybrid working, bonus schemes, generous annual leave, private healthcare, paid training/ progression plans and sick pay insurance. Our client are receptive in their search and the job title could be changed dependant on a candidates level.

Our clients professional services have expanded under the Building Safety Act, hence the need for a Project Architect to join their expanding team. The successful candidate should have good knowledge of the Building Safety Act, our client can provide further support and training for various courses toward Building Safety particularly within complex environments like Higher-Risk Buildings.

Project Architect Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging between £52,000- £60,000 DOE
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday, holiday increases with service
• Ability to purchase and sell holiday
• Paid training
• Professional fees paid for
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Obtain a key role in a growing and competent team at the forefront of the new building safety regime
• Chartered Development Programme Plan- Help you develop your career
• Social office- team building exercises
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sick pay insurance
• Life insurance
• Critical illness cover
• Other company benefits to be discussed at interview stages

Project Architect Job Overview

• Deliver various projects within a variety of sectors
• Work on various Residential, Commercial, Leisure and Education projects (Typically between the values of £1m to £20m)
• Run Projects from Inception to Completion
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other consultants to ensure project goals are met
• Act as Principal Designer as defined by the Building Safety Act (BSA) and Building Regulations (BR) for projects in Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) and non-HRBs
• Liaise and coordinate with clients, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies to successfully deliver projects
• Lead project design and technical phases, reviewing drawings and specifications to ensure compliance
• Contribute to the development of design proposals and presentations
• Stay up-to-date with the latest building regulations and industry best practice

Project Architect Job Requirements

• Registered Architect (ARB or RIBA)
• Good knowledge with Revit
• Knowledge of the Building Safety Act
• Live within a commutable distance of Maidstone
• Significant experience in a role as a Project Architect or a senior design role with extensive responsibility for Building Regulations
• In-depth, practical knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Building Regulations, and associated legislation

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.