Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Overview

As one of the largest employers in the Highlands, The Highland Council offers a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities that make a real difference, supporting vital public services and helping shape communities across one of Scotland’s most stunning and diverse areas.

The Highland Council understands that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, and being fair and inclusive. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be under-represented in our workforce.

As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria requirements for the position.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

To carry out the complete range of architectural duties allocated by the Principal Architect or Design Consultancy Manager. To work with a dynamic design team, to organise and manage the work of all allocated staff to ensure the most effective use of staff and resources in order that projects are completed to a high standard of design, on programme, within budget and to appropriate quality standards.

• Carry out architectural duties as allocated.
• Organise and manage the work of all allocated staff.
• Ensure effective use of staff and resources.
• Complete projects to a high standard of design.
• Adhere to project timelines and budgets.
• Maintain appropriate quality standards.

• Post-qualification experience in quality architectural design and technical ability on capital projects, all to a high standard. Contract administration using JCT, Scottish Minor Works and other forms of construction contracts. CAD proficient.
• ARB registered. Membership of either the Royal Institute of British Architects or the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland. Degree level qualification in Architecture.