Project Architect / Architectural Technologist

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Holmes Chapel; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group is seeking a Project Architect or Architectural Technologist for residential projects in Cheshire / North West. You will take ownership from concept through to delivery, working on a varied portfolio of high-quality schemes.

Requires 4+ years' experience, strong Revit skills, good knowledge of UK planning procedures and Building Regulations, and experience running projects with clients and contractors. Driving licence preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in architectural/construction industries.
• Strong experience working on residential projects.
• Excellent working knowledge of Revit and construction documentation.
• Good understanding of UK planning procedures and Building Regulations.
• Experience producing detailed technical information and tender documentation.
• Experience running projects and managing own workload.
• Good communication with clients, contractors and consultants.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Develop residential projects from concepts through planning and technical design.
• Produce architectural drawings and technical details using Revit.
• Prepare and submit UK planning applications.
• Develop detailed construction information and project documentation.
• Write specifications and produce tender information.
• Manage tender processes and liaise with contractors and stakeholders.
• Run own projects and coordinate design processes.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and consultants; conduct site visits.
• Collaborate with design team to deliver high standards; travel to sites as required.
• Contract administration experience would be advantageous.

Skills

Project running

Client coordination

Residential experience

Communication

UK planning knowledge

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

• 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.

What’s On Offer?

• Salary of circa £40,000 £45,000+, 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.