Senior Architectural Designer

Opus People Solutions Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural design consultancy based in Ipswich is looking for a Senior Architect/Architectural Designer to join their team. The role involves managing all aspects of architectural design, from client liaison to contract administration, across various sectors. Ideal candidates should possess an architectural degree, strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, and have extensive experience with building control and planning applications.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance + additional wellbeing days

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Chartered membership with CIAT or ARB or desire to work towards this.
• Extensive experience with Building Control and Planning Applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead liaison with clients and develop relevant aspects of client briefs.
• Deliver projects within agreed budget, assessing fee proposals.
• Prepare and present feasibility reports and high-quality design proposals.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Architectural degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CAD

Job description

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architect/Architectural Designer to support the Principle Architect in the delivery of projects in the architectural design team at Concertus based in Ipswich!

This opportunity will join the Concertus team, working across a broad range of sectors which include Local Authorities, Schools and Multi Academy trusts, helping shape the built environment and grow your professional profile.

You will help manage all aspects of Architectural design, ranging from client lead to contract administration.

About Us

Since 2013, Concertus Property & Design have specialised in delivering high-quality, innovative, and value-driven construction projects, earning multiple prestigious awards along the way.

As a passionate multi-disciplinary design and property consultancy, we care deeply about the quality of the built environment and want to make a difference in people’s lives through our work. Concertus Property & Design are known for delivering high-quality landscape design across the commercial and public sectors.

Key Responsibilities but not limited to

• Lead Liaison with clients and develop the relevant aspects of client briefs.
• Assist the Principal and Associate in the development and delivery of new processes for the Studio
• Deliver projects within agreed budget, assessing the fee proposal and taking into account other team member timescales and required profit margins.
• Work around constraining factors such as planning legislation, building regulations, environmental impact and project budget
• Prepare and present feasibility reports and high quality design proposals.
• Prepare working drawings, details and specifications for pricing and construction issue
• Hold an awareness of BIM, its strategic and operational importance to Concertus and how it is used by design and property teams
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors and clients to populate the CDE and BIM software with the necessary information required for design teams to utilise BIM.
• Design using BIM software, working from one collaborative model and ensuring the accuracy of information.

About You

• You will have an Architectural degree or equivalent experience
• Chartered membership with CIAT or ARB or a desire to work towards this
• Extensive experience with Building Control and Planning Applications
• Systems proficiency including Microsoft Office and CAD (ArchiCAD experience preferred but not essential), you would be expected to undertake CAD work for projects they were assigned to
• Skillsets in conciliation, negotiation, problem solving and leadership
• Ability to prioritise and organise own work load to meet targets and deadlines.
• Focus on delivering a service that provides great outcomes for our customers.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £58K DOE.
• Generous holiday allowance + additional wellbeing days
• Pension scheme, healthcare, and range of flexible benefits to meet your needs.

Ready to take your next step?

If you’re a motivated and an experienced Architectural Designer looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will be valued, your professional growth supported, and your contributions will make a real impact. Apply today to start the application process!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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