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Benoy is looking for a senior architectural designer or architect to join its team in London.

Are you a dynamic senior architect with an innovative portfolio to match? Are you looking to gain experience across a range of global projects? Benoy’s London Studio is seeking a creative and experienced senior architect to join them on a permanent basis.

As a senior architect, you will manage international large-scale projects in the mixed-use sector in the concept stage.

What we’re looking for:

• you are a talented designer, with a portfolio that showcases great creativity and innovative thinking
• you have experience in successfully delivering large-scale international projects through early design stages
• you have experience managing small teams
• you have strong organisational and supervisory skills, you have a proven ability to manage projects and people to deliver great results
• you are a strong communicator, you can effectively engage internal and external stakeholders
• you are highly proficient in computer applications commonly used within your discipline, such as Revit and Rhino
• you are degree-qualified in a related design field or hold equivalent certification; professional registration is preferred

What we can offer you:

• competitive salary, dependant on experience
• agile working with the option of three days in the studio and two working from home
• opportunities to learn and grow within a fast-paced, global company
• a fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities
• 22 days annual leave with the option to buy more
• a range of benefits, including private medical/life insurance and pension

If this role interests you, read on for details about the role’s responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

Design/technical expertise:

• delivers high-quality design and/or technical work, engaging others with their creative and innovative thinking

Project management:

• demonstrates a detailed understanding of the design process and project brief, coordinating the preparation of the project deliverables and other activities related to the project development
• takes responsibility for quality control and supervision of project deliverables
• coordinates and integrates the work of external contractors, suppliers and professionals

Team management:

• role models Benoy’s values and contributes towards a collaborative environment in which innovation is encouraged and best practice shared
• ability to work effectively with others to develop and resolve project issues
• ability to make complex decisions, weighing up a range of factors and implications
• builds a network across the business and seeks leadership opportunities by directing and supporting junior team members

Client relationships:

• develops effective relationships with clients and consultants
• operates independently in daily engagement with clients and stakeholders
• provides support to senior team members with key client presentations and represent Benoy in meetings as required

Budget control:

• takes responsibility for aspects of the project budget and liaises with stakeholders to ensure delivery
• seeks to develop a working understanding of cost control, fee charging and project finance, and considers how project fees are maximised without threat to client relationship and repeat work

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