Associate Architect

Roles and responsibilities

We are looking for a creative and inspired architect to handle projects from the initial client briefing through to the final stages of construction. The architect's responsibilities include managing client relationships, developing and presenting design proposals, preparing drawings, specifications, budgets, construction documents, and managing project teams. You should be able to take ownership of your project, be it the design and construction of a new building, an extension, alterations or a restoration project, and deliver on the client's requirements.

• Takes responsibility for checking juniors' work for quality project delivery.
• Takes ownership of the delivery of smaller projects or single discipline tasks.
• A key performer in interdisciplinary coordination.
• Cross-check the design/ scheme for compliance and verify consultant information.
• Review the planning application/ submission requirements.
• Ability to liaise with clients and contractors to design as per the client's brief in compliance with the local planning policy guidelines and recommendations of statutory authority.
• Review the project-related technical documents.
• Responsible for deriving the strategy to set up the project in a manner relevant to the forthcoming stages of work.
• Meeting with clients and determining their needs and requirements.
• Managing design projects from concept development through to completion.
• Developing and presenting project proposals.
• Adjusting designs and plans to meet the client's needs.
• Preparing drawings, blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
• Conducting research and compiling reports on feasibility and environmental impact.
• Complying with safety standards and local planning regulations.
• Determining and adhering to budgets and timelines.
• Managing project teams and collaborating with other construction professionals.

Desired candidate profile

To be successful in this position you should be able to visualize space in three dimensions, have a good understanding of construction technologies, and be an effective project manager. An outstanding Architect will have strong interpersonal skills, demonstrate superior technical design skills and be able to create designs that are functional, creative, and sustainable.

• B.Arch. Graduates with 5-12 years of relevant work experience. Master (M. Arch) is preferable.
• Advanced knowledge of the sequence of the construction and the usage of different elements within the framework and competent with the technical terms of building elements.
• Full understanding of RIBA Stages of Work.
• Demonstrates good coordination ability to address the needs and requirements of other disciplines.
• Degree in architecture or a related field.
• Previous experience as an Architect preferred.
• Excellent technical drawing skills.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and software programs such as AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Newforma, etc.
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of building codes and regulatory standards.
• Strong creative and visualization skills.