London, UK
Senior project architect
at Nash Baker Architects
Nash Baker Architects is looking for a senior project architect to join its team in London.
About us
Nash Baker Architects are a growing design practice located in west London, specialising in high quality residential and conservation projects. We offer a full range of architectural services and pride ourselves on our attention to detail; both in the quality of our designs and the professional and personal service we provide our clients.
About you
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic candidate to join our friendly team. You will be working on a broad range of projects and workstages so you will need to be highly motivated and possess lots of ‘common sense’. It is important that you are familiar with traditional construction methods and materials, and have experience delivering high-end residential projects.
We offer the opportunity to develop and nurture your career in a well-established, busy and expanding architectural firm, with the satisfaction of working on exciting projects from concept through to completion.
The role:
- become the project architect of a £6M high-end residential project in Notting Hill, due to start on site in Spring 2022, with assistance from the project lead and the rest of the team
- following this you will typically work on bespoke high spec projects in prime London locations, valued £1M+
- manage and mentor more junior team members
- meet with clients and consultants on a regular basis
- site visits and reporting
- be involved in the running of system standards for the practice and NBS
- report to the directors and associates on project progress
Essential skills or experience:
- ARB registered
- preferably, Part 3 achieved in the UK
- minimum five years post Part 2, predominantly working on UK high-end residential projects
- good working knowledge of JCT/RIBA contracts, and experience in their administration
- good working knowledge of UK planning law/policy
- good working knowledge of building regulations; particularly in respect of domestic situations
- experience of client management, and an approachable attitude in guiding them through the process
- strong technical detailing and design skills
- experience in producing bespoke construction and joinery details
- excellent written and verbal communication skills – including confidence in written correspondence with clients, planners, consultants and legal professionals
- organised and punctual
- fully conversant with Vectorworks
- good design and presentation skills
Desirable skills or experience:
- experience with listed buildings
- experience in basement construction
- experience preparing and submitting planning applications
- experience of NBS specification writing
- good hand drafting skills or 3D modelling
- demonstrable leadership and team-building skills
- AutoCAD experience
We pride ourselves on paying our staff fairly for the work they do with competitive salaries, healthcare, pension, and bonuses. The position is preferably full time, and an immediate start available. Whilst the role is office based, we do provide all staff with laptops to facilitate home working as required during these more challenging times.
Please apply using our online form accessible here.
Submissions made via email/post will not be accepted, and no agency applications will be entertained. Due to the volume of candidates, we regret to inform that only successful candidates will be contacted.