London, UK
Project architect
at Brewer Smith Brewer Group
Brewer Smith Brewer Group (BSBG) is looking for a project architect to join its team in London.
What we are looking for
Brewer Smith Brewer Group (BSBG) currently has an exciting opportunity for a project architect to join its London studio.
About the company/location
BSBG is an award-winning practice with studios in Dubai, London and Riyadh. As a multi-disciplinary practice, we provide architectural and interior design, structural engineering and technical delivery solutions on projects across the world. Our architectural expertise is dependent upon the adoption of a highly creative outlook, combined with a methodical and technically astute approach. We are dedicated to continuing to provide the best-in-class design and executive architecture solutions for our clients, and our reputation is founded upon that commitment.
The role
As a project architect, you will run projects under the supervision of the lead or senior architect, enforcing the implementation of operational standards and ensuring the architects under your direction understand and adhere to these standards.
Key responsibilities/requirements/experience:
- assist the lead architect in preparation of schematic design and design development drawings
- assist the lead architect in schematic code conformance
- create and manage the record copy of the project drawings in an A3 vertical folder with respective issue register indicating the purpose of submission
- unsure every issue of drawings or submissions are correct and collated in order
- ensure all local authority submissions are monitored to obtain approval in for both BSBG and our sub-consultants submissions at the earliest
- ensure the operational standards are understood and maintained by architects within your design team
- ensure all designs are in accordance with the relevant standards and approved relevant local authority regulations
- ensure agreed packages of CAD documentation are completed within agreed deadlines
- prepare the local authority submissions in accordance with the relevant local authority requirements
- work closely and motivate the project team in order to have a pleasant and productive working relation
- assist the lead architect in assigning resources for construction documentation production
- prepare a schedule of man hours indicating the number of hours required to complete a drawing package
- ensure all drawings are printed and back from the copier ahead of time before the time of submission
Key skills and experience:
- ARB registered with a minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience working on UK residential and mixed-use projects
- demonstrate excellent design and presentation skills
- experience in producing and maintaining design programmes, schedules, and action lists
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- sound knowledge of UK building regulations, current and emerging planning policy
- experience working with external delivery architects would be an advantage
Job position
This is a full-time position, based in our London studio located in Holborn. All candidates should be eligible to work in the UK.
BSBG is currently working on a variety of prestigious hospitality and residential schemes across London, and this role presents a fantastic opportunity to become a key member of the team and progress to a leadership role in the future.
If you wish to apply for the role, please submit a short covering letter along with a CV and portfolio (max size 8MB). Salary to be agreed depending on experience.