Senior Project Architect / Technologist

DPS Group Global; Little Island; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Project Architect/Technologist in Little Island, Cork. You will lead complex architectural packages from concept through construction, ensuring regulatory compliance and coordination across multi-disciplinary teams.

With 10+ years of post-qualification experience, you will provide authoritative input on Building Regulations, especially Part B (Fire Safety) and Part M (Access & Use), and support FSC/DAC submissions for life-sciences projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience as an Architectural Technologist.
• Strong technical knowledge with experience delivering detailed design and construction packages.
• Experience with Part B (Fire Safety) and Part M (Access & Use).
• Familiarity with BCAR compliance and construction-stage support.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the delivery of architectural projects within the department.
• Lead and assist in preparation of detailed architectural design and construction information.
• Ensure designs comply with Irish Building Regulations, especially Part B and Part M.
• Support FSC and DAC submissions.
• Coordinate with Structural, MEP, and specialist consultants.
• Act as architectural technical point of contact on assigned projects.
• Communicate with Project Managers, Clients, Consultants, and Contractors.
• Provide mentoring to junior team members.
• Support construction stages through technical queries and site input.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent & team work

Life-sciences project experience

BCAR familiarity

Education

Degree in Architectural Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Project Architect / Technologist

About Us

Arcadis is the worlds leading company in sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy for natural and built assets. With over 36,000 professionals in 70+ countries, we are united in improving quality of life and solving the worlds most complex challenges.

Location/s

Based in our Little Island, Cork offices.

Role description

A senior technical and project delivery role within the CSA team, responsible for the delivery of high-quality, regulation-compliant architectural design information from concept through construction.

With 10+ years experience, the successful candidate will lead complex technical packages, provide authoritative input on Building Regulations compliance particularly Part B (Fire Safety) and Part M (Access & Use) – and support effective project delivery through clear communication and coordination.

Experience in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical or Advanced Technology projects is essential.

Reporting lines

The Senior Architectural Technologist reports directly to the CSA Department Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the delivery of architectural projects within the department. Monitor scope, programme, budget and deliverables across all projects to ensure alignment with agreed project execution strategies.
• Lead and assist in the preparation of detailed architectural design and construction information, suitable for contractor issue.
• Ensure architectural designs are fully compliant with Irish Building Regulations, with particular emphasis on:
• Part B Fire Safety
• Part M Disability Access
• Support and contribute to Fire Safety Certificate (FSC) and Disability Access Certificate (DAC) submissions.
• Resolve complex technical and detailing issues, including coordination with Structural, MEP, and specialist consultants.
• Act as the architectural technical point of contact on assigned projects.
• Communicate clearly with Project Managers, Clients, Consultants, and Contractors.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to junior team members.
• Support construction – stage activities through responses to technical queries and site input where required.

Experience & Skills Required

• Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience as an Architectural Technologist.
• Strong technical knowledge with proven experience delivering detailed design and construction packages.
• Demonstrable experience with Part B (Fire Safety) and Part M (Access & Use).
• Good understanding of statutory approvals, including Planning, FSC, DAC, and associated compliance requirements.
• High level of proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Experience on life-sciences projects.
• Familiarity with BCAR compliance, processes, and construction-stage support.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Architectural Technology or related discipline.

Why Arcadis?

At Arcadis, we empower everyone to be their best because your contribution matters. Shape your career, deliver sustainable solutions, and leave a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Were dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. Through six ED&I workstreamsAge, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Racewe foster innovation by embracing diverse perspectives.

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