Senior Architect - Education Lead

Conrad Consulting have partnered with our longstanding clients for a Senior level hire to join their Sussex based practice taking a lead on projects within the Education sector

This role will be suitable for an Architect with 5 + years experience working on Education projects – preferably within the DfE framework, to join their expanding practice in the heart of Brighton. Being a key part of client and end user engagement across multiple Education Schemes

The role will naturally develop into a Regional lead position over a period of time or should you have the right experience to undertake that level of responsibility already then you be able to slot into a ready made lead role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of large-scale education schemes
• Produce high-quality technical and design outputs across all RIBA stages
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through confident communication and presentation skills
• Collaborate effectively with consultants, contractors and wider project teams
• Lead, Mentor and support junior architects and technicians
• Contribute to design innovation, technical excellence and best practice within the team
• Stay up to date with industry legislation, standards and emerging technologies
• Help support the strategic growth and development of the industrial and manufacturing sector team

Requirements

• ARB/RIBA qualified Architect
• Minimum 5+ years’ post-qualification experience within Education projects
• Proven track record delivering complex Education schemes – Preferably within DFE framework
• Strong front end design skills
• Excellent Revit skills with working knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM Level 2
• Experience across other sectors would also be beneficial
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Passion for sustainable and innovative design solutions

What’s on Offer

• Salary: Circa £60,000 – Salary can be higher should you be more experienced
• Hybrid/agile working arrangements
• Compressed working week
• Generous benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the countries established practices, taking a step into a lead position working on projects that will have a great impact on communities and contribute to the education sector across the South.

If you are interested please reach out to Jimmy Penrose at Conrad Consulting or click to apply now.