Senior Architect/Architectural Technologist

9B Careers; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a small yet growing practice on the Hertfordshire/Essex border as a Senior Architect or Architectural Technologist. This role is perfect for an ambitious professional with at least 10 years of experience, who is ready to take on a senior position within the company. You will be involved in various residential projects, from extensions to larger housing developments, and will utilize your strong client-facing skills and construction knowledge. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while working closely with clients and other professionals in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in architecture or related field.
• Strong understanding of construction and technical drawing.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential projects from extensions to new builds.
• Conduct site visits and liaise with builders and sub-contractors.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Construction knowledge

Technical drawing

Contract Administration

Presentation skills

Design constraints understanding

Financial understanding

Education

ARB registration

Architecture degree

Tools

AUTOCAD

Excel

Word

SketchUp

Photoshop

Job description

A small and expanding practice based on the Hertfordshire/Essex border is working on residential projects ranging from extensions to new-build dwellings, conversions, and larger housing developments. They are seeking an ambitious Senior Architect/Architectural Technologist to join them and hopefully take a senior role within the business. Candidates will need the following skills and experience:

• At least 10 years’ experience
• Ideally be ARB registered but not essential
• Good understanding of design constraints within various areas / boroughs
• Strong client-facing skills
• Good knowledge of construction and ability to draw technical drawings and detailed building regulation drawings when necessary
• Strong knowledge of Contract Administration and comfort in dealing with projects on site, including site visits, checking quotations, and dealing with builders and sub-contractors
• Good presentation skills to clients, planners, and other consultants
• Understanding of how the business works financially and ability to meet deadlines
• Must be able to use AUTOCAD, Excel, Word, SketchUp, and Photoshop