Job Title: Technical Architect

Location: Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire (hybrid working available)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive dependent on experience + benefits

About us
We are an established multi award winning design-led RIBA chartered architectural practice delivering high-quality residential, commercial, industrial, community, sports and leisure facilities, education, care homes and mixed-use projects across the UK. With a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative studio culture, we are looking for a talented Technical Architect to strengthen our team.

About the role

As a Technical Architect, you will play a key role in the design and delivery of projects across the RIBA Plan of Work Stages. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are innovatively designed, technically robust, compliant and efficiently detailed, working closely with design teams, consultants and contractors.

About you

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for design who enjoys technical problem-solving, coordination and seeing projects through to completion on site.

Key responsibilities

• Lead technically informed design development across the RIBA Work Stages
• Prepare and coordinate detailed construction drawings and specifications
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and relevant legislation
• Coordinate with third party consultants
• Review contractor information and respond to technical queries
• Attend site visits and project meetings
• Support the delivery of projects to programme and budget

Essential requirements

• ARB registered Architect or experienced Architectural Technologist
• Strong technical detailing experience with UK projects
• Excellent knowledge of UK planning policy and Building Regulations
• Experience in residential and commercial sectors
• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
• Experience producing tender and construction packages
• Confident liaising with contractors and consultants
• The desire to be part of a collaborative team culture 

Desirable

• Proficiency in Revit
• Experience on projects £5m+ in value
• Experience in multiple sectors across the architectural spectrum 

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Benefits package including pension scheme, healthcare, professional subscriptions, discretionary profit share bonus scheme
• 22 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Plus, holiday on the day of your birthday
• Plus, holiday over the Christmas period
• Hybrid working policy (after completion of probationary period)
• Support with CPD and professional development
• Exposure to high-quality architectural projects across the sectors
• Friendly, collaborative studio environment with an inclusive culture
• Free parking, onsite gym and café
• Clear progression opportunities 

How to apply

Please send your CV, portfolio and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and current salary to our Head of Finance & Business; r.harvey@hssparchitects.co.uk.

All candidates must have a right to work in the UK, which will be checked in line with Home Office and Government employment requirements.

By HSSP Architects