Architect

Architect
Location: 14 Marchburn Drive, Paisley PA3 2SJ
About Us
Century 21 Scotland is expanding its professional team as we continue to strengthen our service offering across residential and commercial property. We are seeking a skilled, detail‑driven Architect to support our brokerage with expert design, compliance, and project oversight.
Architect Role Overview
This position requires a confident architectural professional capable of delivering precise technical work, managing regulatory processes, and guiding clients through development opportunities. You will play a pivotal role in shaping property potential, ensuring compliance, and supporting our agents and clients with authoritative architectural insight.
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Architect Key Responsibilities
* **Design & Feasibility** — Produce concept layouts, measured surveys, and feasibility assessments for a wide range of property types.
* **Planning Applications** — Prepare and submit Change of Use, Householder, and Full Planning applications with accuracy and strategic awareness.
* **Building Standards Compliance** — Ensure all proposals meet Scottish Building Standards and manage Building Warrant documentation.
* **Project Management** — Oversee timelines, coordinate consultants and contractors, and manage deliverables across multiple projects.
* **Regulatory Advisory** — Provide clear guidance on planning constraints, conservation requirements, HMO considerations, and development viability.
* **Technical Documentation** — Produce precise CAD drawings, specifications, and supporting technical material.
* **Brokerage Support** — Assist agents with property assessments, refurbishment strategies, and marketing‑ready plans.
Architect Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (ARB/RIBA‑recognised).
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in architectural practice.
* Strong understanding of Scottish planning law, Building Standards, and local authority processes.
* Demonstrated experience with Change of Use, planning submissions, and building warrants.
* Proven project management capability with the ability to coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams.
* Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or similar design software.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to present technical information clearly.
Essential Knowledge needed for Architect
* **Scottish Planning Policy**
* **Use Class Order (Scotland)**
* Building Standards Technical Handbooks
* Conservation area and listed building regulations
* HMO licensing fundamentals
* EPC and energy‑efficiency requirements
* Renovation, conversion, extension, and value‑enhancement strategies