Experienced Architect or Architectural Technologist

RGP are looking for an experienced Architect or an Architectural Technologist with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience, strong cad skills and a working knowledge of industrial retail and refurbishment projects.

We are a well-established medium-sized London-based practice, with a varied portfolio of work across a diverse range of commercial sectors. We are a close friendly team of hands-on Directors, Architects, and skilled Technicians. Your role requires that you take on responsibility for projects from start to finish, including preparing drawings and specifications, working collaboratively with a director. For some projects, you will be required to liaise directly with clients, consultants, and contractors; working collaboratively within an in-house team.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Working on numerous projects at all stages from inception to completion 
• Preparing designs and submission for planning approval, building regulation consent
• Ensuring CDM requirements are satisfied
• Preparing detailed designs, working drawings and NBS specifications
• Overseeing projects on site including site inspections
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the latest statutory building legislation
• Ensure that the running of the project is kept within set financial goals and deadlines
• Working alone or within a small team as projects require
• Reporting to the Director on project progress
• Many projects are outside of London and will require travel.

Required Skills & Experience for Architect/ Architectural Technologist

• RIBA Part III Qualified, ARB registered, Architect or a CIAT qualification, or a university degree in Architectural Technology or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years’ UK work experience in a building design capacity, including extensive experience of production information on a range of projects
• Good Design and presentational skills
• An understanding of working on commercial buildings
• Experience of working on contemporary new and refurbishment design and build projects
• Experience of working through a variety of RIBA stages
• Able to demonstrate a practical approach and experience of construction detailing
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations
• Good IT skills and working knowledge of Office 365 and MicroStation/ AutoCAD/Revit/NBS 
• Have a friendly approach and a willingness to work as a team player
• A willingness to absorb our culture and extend your skills whilst bringing fresh ideas and experience to our practice making a difference and contributing towards your career progression
• Applicant must be based in the UK and be able to show evidence of eligibility to work in the UK
• A driving license would be advantageous

Salary

• Up to £50,000 per annum commensurate with experience

Benefits

• Flexible working policy
• Gym membership

Our office is located close to Grays Inn Square and Holborn/Chancery Lane tube stations. We are a family friendly practice and are fully set up for remote working and can discuss flexible working hours if this is suitable.
Salary subject to experience.