Barker Associates is hiring an architect to join its team in Essex, UK.

Barker Associates is an award winning, employee-owned, multi-disciplinary property consultancy providing architecture and design, project management, surveying, engineering, and energy and sustainability services to clients across the UK. We deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions across the education, commercial and residential sectors, supporting projects from concept through to completion.

We are currently seeking an architect to join our architecture and design team based in Braintree. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an Architect looking to develop their career within a collaborative, technically strong and supportive consultancy environment.

The role

As an architect at Barker Associates, you will be responsible for projects across RIBA Stages 0-7, working closely with clients and internal multi-disciplinary teams. You will take ownership of allocated projects, with appropriate autonomy and responsibility, supported by senior colleagues and clear opportunities for career progression.

Key areas of responsibilities will include:

lead the day-to-day architectural delivery of small to medium-sized projects across education, commercial and residential sectors
act as the primary architectural point of contact for allocated projects, liaising directly with clients, consultants, contractors and internal teams
develop, coordinate and deliver design proposals from concept through technical design, ensuring alignment with client briefs, statutory requirements and agreed programmes
produce and oversee high-quality technical drawings, specifications and schedules for planning, building regulations, tender and construction stages
coordinate architectural information with structural, civil, MEP, sustainability and surveying disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery
prepare and manage statutory submissions, including planning applications and building regulation packages
support procurement and construction activities, including preparation of tender documentation, responding to contractor queries, RFIs and attending site inspections
attend and contribute to client meetings, design team meetings, planning consultations and site meetings
apply sound technical judgement to ensure compliance with current Building Regulations, British Standards and industry best practice
manage workload effectively to meet agreed quality, fee and programme targets, identifying and escalating risks where appropriate
provide technical guidance and mentoring support to junior team members and contribute to internal design reviews and quality assurance processes
actively engage with sustainability and low-carbon design principles in line with Barker Associates’ commitment to responsible development

Requirements:

ARB registered architect with RIBA Part 3 qualification
one to three years’ post-qualification experience, with demonstrable experience delivering projects across RIBA Stages 0–7
strong technical background with experience in detailed design and construction delivery
proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
good design skills with the ability to develop concepts into robust, buildable solutions
confident, client-facing approach and experience working within multi-disciplinary teams
experience of NBS Chorus.

Additional information

Applicants should submit a CV and portfolio as part of their application.

A full, valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.

Appointment will be subject to a DBS Enhanced check.

Benefits:

25 days annual leave (pro-rated) plus bank holidays
Healthcare plan
Employee Assistance Programme including Life Assurance
Pension Scheme
Total Rewards Package
employee-owned business with shared success and long-term stability

Barker Associates is committed to supporting your professional growth. We offer structured CPD, mentoring and on-the-job training, with clear and achievable career progression opportunities.

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. Our people are central to our success, and we promote a working environment where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

If you require support during the application process, please contact:

recruitment@barker-associates.co.uk.

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