Associate Level Senior Architect

MP Chartered Architects are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Associate Senior Qualified Architect with over 10 years of practical experience working in the UK to join their friendly, enthusiastic and highly motivated multidisciplinary Design & Construction practice based in in the heart of Ongar in Essex.

The candidate needs to have an excellent technical background and be comfortable in taking projects from inception through to completion. We are seeking someone who is a team player, has good project management abilities, good social skills and is willing to take on the wide range of tasks that is required in a small office.

The practice has an interesting range and selection of clients and projects ranging from house extensions, one-off private houses, residential developments, barn conversions and some larger-scale residential and commercial projects.
 

JOB SPECIFICATION:
A Qualified Architect with a minimum of 10 years of post-Part 3 professional architectural design experience working in the UK. The ability to make strategic and managerial decisions and be eager to carry out new client visits and getting new work, to contribute to the development and business growth of the practice.

• Proficiency in Revit and Autocad.
• Ability to carry out feasibility studies, design proposals and construction detailing as well as experience running construction projects on site in RIBA stages 1-7.
• Proven design skills with demonstrable experience in complex projects.
• Thorough understanding of planning and building control requirements and the ability to demonstrate experience of all RIBA project stages, administration of contracts, and site management of small – medium new housing developments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead the architectural team as well as liaise with clients and external consultants, attending design team meetings, and ensure that the design projects are on schedule and in budget.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Eligibility to work in the UK is required for this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all those who fulfil the job description and eligibility above, regardless of sex, gender, orientation, nationality, ethnicity or age.

BENEFITS: 

• Competitive salary
• The position is full-time, although part time  and flexible working would be considered.
• Annual Salary review based on personal and practice performance
• Opportunities for possible bonus considerations
• Professional subscriptions from RIBA/ARB/CIAT/CIPD or a professionally recognised society that is directly related to the Company’s business reimbursed
• Employer Pension contribution
• Annual Leave that increases with service
• Eye Care
• Mileage Allowance
• Arranged in house CPDs with lunch provided
• Social events and annual Christmas Party

The position is full-time, although part time would be considered and we will provide a competitive salary based on skills and experience.

If this opportunity is of interest, please submit your CV and portfolio of work with a cover letter detailing your expected salary and notice period.