Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: Architect
Location: Lancashire
Salary: £36-46,000 DOE
**Also considering experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistants and Technologists with relevant experience**
About the company:
This long-established, award-winning architectural practice is experiencing continued growth and is looking to expand its talented team due to an increasing workload. Renowned for delivering innovative, sustainable and people-centred designs, the practice has built an outstanding reputation across the UK, with particular expertise in the healthcare sector. Employees have the opportunity to work on rewarding and meaningful projects that make a real difference to communities, while enjoying a collaborative, supportive culture that encourages professional development and long-term career progression.
Benefits
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Modern offices set within Lancashire parkland
- Free on-site parking
- Private healthcare
- Pension scheme
- Generous annual leave
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to work on award-winning projects across the UK
Daily Duties
- Design and develop architectural solutions from concept through to completion.
- Produce high-quality technical drawings, specifications and project documentation.
- Deliver projects across all RIBA work stages.
- Work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
- Attend design meetings, site visits and project reviews.
- Prepare planning and building regulation submissions.
- Ensure projects comply with relevant legislation and industry standards.
- Coordinate project information using BIM and digital design tools.
- Contribute to the successful delivery of predominantly healthcare projects across the UK.
- Support the delivery of innovative, sustainable and client-focused design solutions.
Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Architect with relevant UK industry experience.
- ARB registered (RIBA Chartered desirable)
- Experience delivering projects through all RIBA stages.
- Proficient in Revit and other industry-standard design software.
- Strong technical detailing and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Able to manage workload effectively and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Passionate about delivering high-quality architecture.
- Healthcare sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Motivated to contribute to a growing practice with an exciting pipeline of projects.
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