Job Description:

Project Architect
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £40-45,000

A respected architectural practice based in Cardiff is looking to appoint an experienced Project Architect to join its expanding team. This is a great opportunity for a driven architectural professional seeking increased responsibility, greater involvement in project delivery, and the chance to build strong client relationships while taking projects from initial concept through to completion.

The practice delivers a varied portfolio spanning residential, food retail, leisure, industrial and veterinary schemes, providing excellent sector diversity and the opportunity to work across a broad range of RIBA stages.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements with core working hours
• Opportunity to lead projects across a broad range of sectors
• Involvement throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept to completion
• Friendly, supportive and collaborative studio environment
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Scope to take on greater responsibility as your experience develops
• Regular interaction with clients, consultants and contractors
• Continued support towards professional development and ARB registration

Requirements

• Qualified and ARB-registered Architect
• Previous experience within an architectural practice
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects across several RIBA stages
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and planning procedures
• Strong proficiency in Revit
• Sound technical, construction and detailing knowledge
• Strong design skills with a keen eye for quality and detail
• Experience coordinating consultants and multidisciplinary project teams
• Excellent communication, presentation and organisational abilities
• Able to manage competing priorities, project workloads and deadlines
• Comfortable working autonomously while contributing effectively to a team environment

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the successful delivery of projects across a range of RIBA stages
• Progressing architectural designs from initial concepts through to detailed design
• Preparing, coordinating and reviewing high-quality architectural and technical information
• Leading the production of detailed drawing, specification and construction information
• Coordinating planning, Building Regulations and other statutory requirements
• Managing relationships and coordination with consultants, contractors and wider project teams
• Participating in client, consultant and project meetings
• Maintaining clear and effective communication with clients and key stakeholders
• Tracking project progress, quality, programme and key deadlines
• Supporting the technical delivery and completion of projects to a high standard
• Contributing to the continued growth of the practice and providing guidance to junior team members where appropriate
• Working across a diverse project portfolio, including residential, retail, industrial, leisure and veterinary developments

To apply for this role, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to (url removed). I look forward to hearing from you soon.