Senior Architect – Education Lead

Conrad Consulting Ltd

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