Project Architect

Our client, a leading Architectural Practice based in Chorley, Lancashire, is currently seeking a Project Architect to join their growing team. Renowned for delivering innovative and technically complex Healthcare projects across the UK, this is an outstanding opportunity to join an established practice with an exceptional reputation and an extensive pipeline of secured work.

Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, our client is able to be flexible with this appointment and is keen to speak with candidates across a broad range of experience. Whether you are a talented Part II Architectural Assistant approaching qualification, a newly qualified Architect, an experienced Project Architect or an Associate Architect looking for your next challenge, they are committed to finding the right individual to complement their expanding team.

The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of healthcare environments, including acute hospitals, community healthcare, specialist clinical facilities and mental health schemes, whilst also gaining exposure to projects across a variety of other sectors. You'll have the opportunity to work on multiple technically challenging projects throughout all RIBA Stages within a collaborative and highly respected practice.

With significant investment being made across the UK's healthcare infrastructure, our client continues to secure exciting new commissions and is looking to strengthen its architectural team over the coming months. This is an excellent opportunity to join a practice that genuinely invests in its people, offers long-term career progression and provides the opportunity to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on communities across the UK.

• Lead or support the delivery of projects across the Healthcare sector and a variety of other sectors, depending on experience
• Work on a diverse portfolio including hospitals, community healthcare, specialist clinical and mental health facilities
• Manage projects throughout all RIBA Stages from concept through to completion
• Produce high-quality design and technical information using Revit
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and multidisciplinary design teams throughout project delivery
• Prepare Planning and Building Regulations submissions
• Attend client, consultant and design team meetings
• Mentor and support junior members of the architectural team where appropriate
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining high design and technical standards

• Part II Architectural Assistant, ARB Registered Architect, Project Architect or Associate Architect considered
• Experience working within a UK Architectural Practice
• Good working knowledge of Revit or a willingness to continue developing BIM skills
• Healthcare sector experience advantageous but not essential
• Strong design, technical and communication skills
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and the RIBA Plan of Work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Based within a commutable distance of Chorley

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000+ DOE, depending on experience

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Secure workload with a substantial pipeline of Healthcare projects across the UK
• Exceptional career progression opportunities within a rapidly growing practice
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Collaborative, supportive and friendly working environment
• Company pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
  
  Additional company benefits to be discussed at interview stage