Senior Architect at Owens and Xley

Job Code: OX/ARC/RPJ/0010

Our Client a reputable construction company is looking to hire a senior architect.

Job Description

• Preparing and presenting design proposals
• Preparing tender and planning applications and presentations
• Advising clients on the practicality of their project
• Producing detailed drawings from which costings are made
• Negotiating with contractors and other professionals
• Attending regular meetings with clients, contractors and other specialists
• Making site visits to check on progress and quality of construction
• Making sure that the project is running within the agreed time frame
• Dealing with problems that might come up during building.
• Supervise site work
• Work closely with the Quantity Surveyor and Building Engineer to carry out tasks as required by management

Educational Qualification

MSc in Architecture

Experience

6-10 years’ experience in a similar role

Skills and Abilities

• Have reasonable mathematical skills
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have presentation skills
• Have a logical, analytical and creative approach to problem solving
• Have time management skills
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
• Excellent drawing skills and familiarity with design software (adobe photoshop, SketchUp, 3d studio viz or similar)
• Strong imagination and the ability to think and create in three dimensions
• visual awareness and an eye for detail
• communication and project management skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Possess an analytical mind
• Ability to work well with others and influence subordinates to work
• Strong project management and negotiation skills
• Open to challenges
• Have strong visual awareness and an eye for detail
• Be inventive and imaginative