BoonBrownWe currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and diligent Senior Architect / Architectural Technologist to join our RIBA Chartered practice in Yeovil | Somerset or Brixton | London on a permanent basis. As part of this role, you will get a chance to work on a variety of projects types and scales within our residential and commercial sectors.
BoonBrown is an established multi-disciplinary design practice encompassing architecture, landscape architecture, town planning and sustainability from offices in London and Yeovil, Somerset. Working across a broad range of development sectors, BoonBrown offers a comprehensive and collaborative design service to help deliver our Client’s needs from concept to construction.
Responsibilities of this role will include:
- The creation and development of design proposals and planning applications through to technical specifications, tender packages, and detailed construction drawings. Experience across all RIBA work stages, particularly 3-5.
- Actively engage with Clients, Consultants, Contractors, and other construction professionals. Present works, chair meetings including agenda setting and minute writing.
- Experience preparing and submitting planning applications, with knowledge of the planning system including NPPF / Local Plans and relevant guidance.
- Producing project programmes and managing a small team of architects, assistants, and technologists.
- Carry out designer CDM responsibilities.
- Attend and help with site appraisals, surveys, client meetings and site inspections.
- Being part of a cohesive team, mentoring and supporting your colleagues, to grow and learn together.
- Understand and able to manage the commercial aspects of the project, including fee preparation, resourcing, and warranties.
Our Ideal candidate will:
- Have at least 5 years UK office based, post qualification experience in residential and commercial sectors including apartments buildings and low scale housing. Experience in healthcare and industrial would also be advantageous.
- Be highly motivated, organised with excellent communication skills.
- Have a strong construction knowledge with ability to produce technical details and specifications.
- Be skilled in the use of Revit and AutoCAD.
As part of joining BoonBrown, candidates can expect:
- A competitive, negotiable salary, dependent on skills and experience.
- Opportunities to grow within the practice.
- Pension Scheme
- Flexible working hours
- Optional working from home (1 day per week)
- 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
