Leeds, UK
Senior architect
at Cartwright Pickard
Cartwright Pickard is seeking a senior architect to join its team in Leeds, UK.
At Cartwright Pickard, we’ve been challenging the norm to create inspirational places to live, work and learn for over 20 years. We’re a team of research-led designers who never forget that architecture has the power to improve lives.
We’re seeking an ambitious and talented senior architect with at least five years’ post-qualification experience to join our team in Leeds. To be successful, you will need to show experience of leading a project, a proactive approach to liaising with clients and taking project through all RIBA work stages. We will also look to our senior architects to take on a more involved role in guiding and mentoring junior staff.
Proficient in Revit, you will be a proactive team player with a collaborative mindset and a proven track record of delivering high-quality design. As well as an in-depth understanding of technical design standards and legislation, you will be a strong communicator both visually and verbally.
Skills, knowledge and expertise:
- qualified ARB registered architect with five years’ post-qualification experience
- experience in the successful delivery of projects across multiple sectors including housing and workplace
- in-depth understanding of technical design, standards and regulations and processes, including planning and building regulations
- production of construction drawings, details and specifications
- good visual communication and graphics skills
- proficient user of Revit/BIM, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
- strong organisational and leadership skills to support junior members of the team and meet programme pressures
We believe that good architecture comes from people whose creativity and ingenuity is appreciated. At our open-plan studios in London, Leeds and Manchester, we’ve created an open, fair and friendly culture which allows our diverse team of talented individuals to flourish. We’ve held an Investors in People Silver accreditation since 2010, which is almost unique in our profession. We put a lot into the development and training of our staff. In return, we expect you to be at the top of your game, ambitious to learn and progress.
Cartwright Pickard is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to making our practice and our industry a diverse, equal and inclusive place to work. We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups in architecture, including Black, Asian and minority ethnic people, people with disabilities and people who identify as being LGBTQ2IA+.