London, UK
Part 2/part 3 senior project architect
at ODOS Architects
ODOS is hiring part 2/part 3 senior project architects to join its teams in London, UK and Dublin, Ireland.
Location: London and Dublin studios, UK and Ireland
ODOS is looking for talented and experienced senior project architects to join our growing offices in London and Dublin and lead a number of exciting new projects through studio teams.
Job description
With an expanding international clientele, it’s exciting times for ODOS and we are looking for a couple of special people to join an experienced, creative office to lead the overall design and delivery of exciting, luxury, contemporary and often unconventional projects from inception through to development and construction. We are looking for individuals who are creative and inspiring and who enjoys design, showing initiative and leadership. Considered applicants must have a high level of experience and expertise in directing multiple project teams. Candidates are offered a creative working environment with room for professional growth. The role has an immediate start based in our London and Dublin studios.
Your role
As a team leader and key member of the practice, you will work very closely with the design director in the overseeing of designers, architects and project managers while often presenting to consultants and, of course, clients. You will work in a highly design focused environment and have the opportunity to be involved in the evolution of developments both here and abroad.
Your responsibilities:
- lead the client interface, design and detail design of multiple projects
- direct project teams in design, development and delivery
- guide and manage members of the team and their output
- work collaboratively with technical consultants, project managers, engineers and other stakeholders
- develop and oversee the production of 2D and 3D drawings for internal and client presentations
- manage the production of feasibility studies including the space planning and layouts of public and private areas in line with client and regulatory requirements
- drive the conceptual design of both urban and rural schemes at all scales, articulating the justification of their form while demonstrating their functionality and cost-efficiency
Experience and skills:
- a creative problem solver with a demonstrable track record of running projects from inception to completion
- two to five years’ post-Part 3 experience as an architect on the RIBA/RIAI register of architects/person, eligible to seek registration as an architect without further assessment
- extremely talented in the design and management of architectural projects with a mixed portfolio of work across different sectors
- strong presentation skills with an emphasis on hand sketching
- ability to hand draw ideas, plans and details confidently in design discussions
- understanding of physical model making and ability to direct the assistants to explore and deliver ideas efficiently
- ability to communicate complex issues, verbally and in writing, and through drawings and models, to different audiences and to lead clients comfortably through the design process
- savvy with UK/Irish regulations with a strong understanding of processes, standards and contract administration
- able to demonstrate exceptional levels of design ability and be able to sketch ideas to a high level
- highly enthusiastic about cutting-edge design and have a design-led approach when making decisions
- ability to coordinate and manage external technical staff, consultants and contractors
- able to articulate your ideas with hand drawings and 3D and/or physical modelling
- strong communication skills and be confident facing clients and contractors
- proficiency of working with Vectorworks, SketchUp and Adobe Suite are essential
Benefits:
- competitive salary
- bike to work scheme
- training (formal and informal)
- annual office trip
- tickets to evening lectures
- evening drinks/office lunches
How to apply
Please apply to marking your application London senior architect or Dublin senior architect via the apply for job button below with your CV/resume, samples and cover letter to state why you are interested in this role. Please make sure the portfolio you have submitted is a true reflection of your experience and skills as we value greatly how you curate your own work.
ODOS have a number of studios that bring together craft, design, architecture and strategic thinking together in a single workspace.
We are a vibrant practice focused on innovation, collaboration and vision, constantly questioning the boundary of what is possible.