Senior Project Architect

London Source: WhatJobs

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Architect to join a client-side project delivery team, with a strong background in commercial CAT A and CAT B fit-out projects.

This is a key client-side role, responsible for overseeing the architectural and design delivery of commercial projects from early-stage feasibility and briefing through design development, procurement, construction and handover.

Working on behalf of the client, you will act as a key interface between architects, consultants, project managers, contractors, landlords, occupiers and other stakeholders, ensuring that projects are delivered to the required design quality, programme, budget and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the client-side architectural lead across CAT A and CAT B commercial fit-out projects.
Provide architectural and technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and briefing through to completion and handover.
Establish and communicate the client's design brief, quality standards and project objectives to external consultants and delivery teams.
Lead the appointment, briefing and management of external architects and design consultants.
Review and challenge design proposals to ensure they meet the client's requirements, commercial objectives, programme and quality expectations.
Oversee the development of CAT A and CAT B design packages, ensuring appropriate levels of information are produced at each stage.
Manage and coordinate the design team on behalf of the client, ensuring effective communication and timely decision-making.
Review and approve design information, specifications, drawings, schedules, samples and material selections.
Ensure design proposals are technically robust, coordinated and commercially viable.
Work closely with the Project Manager and wider client team to manage project scope, budget, programme and risk.
Provide architectural input into procurement strategies, tender processes and contractor selection.
Review contractor proposals, design development, value engineering and technical submissions from a client perspective.
Monitor design progress against the agreed programme and identify potential delays or risks at an early stage.
Attend and lead design team, client and project meetings, providing clear architectural direction and decision-making.
Undertake regular site visits and inspections to monitor design quality and ensure the built product reflects the approved design intent.
Review and comment on contractor and subcontractor design information, samples, mock-ups and technical proposals.
Manage design changes, ensuring that implications for cost, programme, quality and client requirements are properly understood and controlled.
Strong understanding of the RIBA Plan of Work and the wider development/project lifecycle.
Significant post-qualification experience within commercial architecture, workplace design, CAT A / CAT B fit-out or property development.
Proven experience delivering or overseeing commercial office projects from feasibility through to completion.
Previous client-side, developer-side or consultancy experience working closely with clients.
Strong understanding of CAT A and CAT B commercial fit-out.
Excellent knowledge of UK construction, detailing and technical standards.