Senior Project Architect

Our client is an award-winning architectural practise with an enviable client base and positive work environment. They promote a healthy work/ life balance and encourage free thinking.

You’ll play a crucial part in delivering a high-profile and ‘feel food’ multi-million pound project in Glasgow.

They are looking for a talented individual who can promote a collaborative, can-do, continual improvement culture in the company to assist in delivering the company’s strategic goals and exceeding the clients’ expectations

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Management

* Manage projects through all RIBA stages, monitoring programme, cost, and quality.

* Prepare technical, BIM, and design documentation appropriate to each stage.

* Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and statutory bodies.

* Act as Lead Consultant / Design Team Leader when required.

* Manage project programme, resources, fees, and profitability using project management software.

* Administer contracts, prepare tender submissions, reports, and recommendations.

* Ensure projects meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and quality procedures.

Design & Technical Work

* Develop concept designs from briefs and produce presentation material.

* Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, schedules, and BIM models.

* Source technical information and ensure buildability and compliance.

* Conduct measured surveys, feasibility reports, cost/benefit analysis, and risk assessments.

Client & Team Collaboration

* Act as a day-to-day client contact, providing advice and responding to enquiries.

* Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.

* Coordinate project teams and mentor junior colleagues.

* Contribute to a collaborative and continuous improvement culture.

Compliance & Professional Standards

* Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Building Safety Act 2022, and CDM Regulations 2015.

* Fulfil duties of Designer / Principal Designer (where applicable).

* Maintain ARB and RIBA CPD requirements and follow QA and health & safety procedures.

Key Skills & Attributes

* Strong design ability, creativity, and visualisation skills.

* Excellent construction and technical knowledge.

* Ability to lead projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision.

* Good people management and mentoring skills.

* Strong communication and presentation abilities.

* Proficient in ArchiCAD, BIM processes, Microsoft Office, and project management tools.

* Strong organisation, planning, and problem-solving skills.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholder relationships effectively.

* Collaborative team player with a proactive, solutions-focused attitude.

Our client believes in recruiting the very best people, developing their skills and rewarding them well.

James Gray Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age