Project Architect / Architectural Technologist

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Congleton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of projects

Career development

Collaborative environment

Interesting residential work

Work with clients and contractors

Role with variety and impact

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is seeking an experienced Project Architect or Architectural Technologist to lead residential projects from concept through to completion in Cheshire/North West. You will join a collaborative practice known for quality design and client satisfaction, taking responsibility for your own workload and projects.

With 4+ years in the industry and strong Revit skills, you will manage design development, planning submissions, and technical detailing, coordinating with clients,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in architectural/construction.
• Strong residential project experience.
• Excellent knowledge of Revit and technical design.
• Good understanding of UK planning procedures and Building Regulations.
• Experience producing technical/construction information and tender documentation.

Responsibilities

• Developing residential projects from initial concepts through planning and technical design.
• Producing high-quality architectural and technical drawings using Revit.
• Preparing and submitting UK planning applications.
• Developing detailed proposals in accordance with current Building Regulations.
• Preparing detailed construction information and project documentation.
• Writing specifications and producing information for tender.
• Managing the tender process, liaising with contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Taking responsibility for running your own projects and coordinating the design process.
• Liaising directly with clients, contractors and consultants.
• Undertaking regular site visits to monitor progress and resolve design or technical issues.
• Working collaboratively with the wider design team to deliver projects to a high standard.
• Travelling to project sites as required.

Skills

Project running

Client liaison

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Revit

Job description

Project Architect / Architectural Technologist Residential

Location: Cheshire / North West

Salary: Circa 40,000 45,000+ dependent on experience

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Project Architect or Architectural Technologist looking for an opportunity where you can take real ownership of projects from concept through to completion?

We are working with an established and highly respected architectural practice specialising in high-quality residential projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an experienced Architectural Technologist or Project Architect to their friendly and collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 4+ years' industry experience who is confident working across the technical and delivery stages of residential projects and is keen to take responsibility for their own workload and projects.

You’ll be joining a business where quality, practical design and client satisfaction are at the heart of what they do, with the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of highly rewarding projects and to develop your career further.

What You'll Be Doing

As an experienced member of the team, you'll have the opportunity to become involved in projects from early design stages through to construction, including:

• Developing residential projects from initial concepts through planning and technical design.
• Producing high-quality architectural and technical drawings using Revit.
• Preparing and submitting UK planning applications.
• Developing detailed proposals in accordance with current Building Regulations.
• Preparing detailed construction information and project documentation.
• Writing specifications and producing information for tender.
• Managing the tender process, liaising with contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Taking responsibility for running your own projects and coordinating the design process.
• Liaising directly with clients, contractors and consultants.
• Undertaking regular site visits to monitor progress and resolve design or technical issues.
• Working collaboratively with the wider design team to deliver projects to a high standard.
• Travelling to project sites as required.

Contract Administration experience would be advantageous but isn't essential the key requirement is someone with strong project-running, technical and residential experience.

About You

We're interested in speaking with experienced Architectural Technologists and Project Architects who are looking for their next challenge.

You’ll ideally have:

• A minimum of 4 years' experience within the architectural / construction industry.
• Strong experience working on residential projects.
• Excellent working knowledge of Revit.
• Good understanding of UK planning procedures and Building Regulations.
• Experience producing detailed technical and construction information.
• Experience with specification writing and tender documentation.
• Previous experience of running projects and managing your own workload.
• Good communication skills and the confidence to deal with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• A practical, technically minded approach to design and problem solving.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as travel to project sites will be required.

Whether you’re a Project Architect looking to join a more technically focused residential practice, or an experienced Architectural Technologist ready to take greater ownership of projects, we’d be keen to hear from you.

What’s On Offer?

• Salary of circa 40 000+, depending on experience.
• A genuine opportunity to run your own projects and take ownership from design through to delivery.
• A varied portfolio of interesting residential work.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression.
• The chance to work closely with clients, contractors and other industry professionals.
• A role offering variety, responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Interested?

If you’re an experienced Architectural Technologist or Project Architect with strong Revit skills and residential experience, and you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership of your own highly rewarding projects, we’d love to hear from you.

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