Colchester, UK
Architect
at SPD Studio
SPD Studio is seeking a qualified architect to join its team in Colchester, UK.
We are seeking a talented and experienced architect to join our dynamic team in Colchester, Essex. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in residential architecture, with a proven track record of managing projects from initial concept through to completion. This role requires expertise in planning, design development and construction drawings, along with a deep understanding of building codes, regulations and construction processes. The role is office-based in Colchester.
The successful candidate will be required to hit the ground running on various residential projects varying in scale. Therefore, you must have substantial UK project experience within the residential sector and existing client-facing skills. Your role will involve managing a range of projects, from one-off bespoke sustainable dwellings to large-scale, high-end residential schemes of up to 50-100 units.
Day-to-day responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- lead design processes from concept to completion for residential projects
- produce detailed design drawings, sketches and models
- prepare comprehensive construction drawings and specifications
- coordinate with engineers, consultants and other professionals
- checking drawings and identifying potential issues that may arise
- ensuring the project is delivered successfully on time and to a high standard
- liaising with clients, contractors and the architectural team
- working in unison with the senior architectural technician and principal architect
- conduct site visits to monitor construction progress
- resolve design-related issues during construction
- reporting to the directors on project progress
Key skills:
- software proficiency: expertise in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite
- design and visualisation: excellent design skills with a keen eye for detail
- construction documentation: ability to produce high-quality construction drawings and specifications
- project management: strong ability to manage multiple projects, timelines and budgets
- client-facing: excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
- problem-solving: aptitude for identifying and resolving design-related issues during construction
- regulatory knowledge: strong understanding of UK building regulations and understanding of detailed construction drawing packages
Essential requirements:
- RIBA chartered architect
- must have previous experience operating within the UK residential sector
- proficiency with AutoCAD and Adobe Suite; Revit is desirable
- working knowledge of UK building systems, regulations and construction types
- excellent client facing and job running skills
Benefits:
- generous pension scheme – 5% employer contribution
- life insurance scheme – four times annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme
- EV salary sacrifice scheme
- bike to work scheme
- 25 days annual leave and eight public holidays
- full IT provision
- opportunity to continue professional development
- volunteering days
Sustainable Planning Design Studio (SPD Studio) is an inter-disciplinary practice offering many architectural, planning and solar design services.
Part of Push Group, this innovative group consists of a range of companies in renewables infrastructure development and construction industries which recognises and encourages teamwork, quality and creativity.
Our RIBA chartered architectural team thrive on new challenges. We are passionate about high-quality, sustainable place-making while using our problem-solving skills to add value and unlock the site’s maximum development potential. From initial consultation through to completion, we’re proud to have a highly-qualified team of professionals with a vast amount of experience with residential projects. Our collaborative approach, passion for the industry and wealth of experience ensures that we consistently deliver our private and commercial clients the best possible design solutions.
Our studio is bursting with creativity and has a real passion for the industry, specialising in the residential design sector. We’re experienced in both private and public sectors and have dealt with a wide range of projects that vary in size. From home transformations, residential developments to large-scale urban design projects, we have the experience, expertise and passion for creating inspiring places to live.
The group has seen a sustained period of growth in the past year and is now looking for motivated, ambitious people to join the architectural team within SPD Studio.
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