Benoy is looking for a senior architectural designer/architect to join its team in London.
Are you a dynamic senior architect with an innovative portfolio to match? Are you looking to gain experience across a range of global projects? Benoy’s London Studio is seeking a creative and experienced senior architect to join them on a permanent basis.
As a senior architect, you will manage international large-scale projects in the mixed-use sector in the concept stage.
What we’re looking for:
- you are a talented designer, with a portfolio that showcases great creativity and innovative thinking
- you have experience in successfully delivering large-scale international projects through early design stages
- you have experience managing small teams
- you have strong organisational and supervisory skills, you have a proven ability to manage projects and people to deliver great results
- you are a strong communicator, you can effectively engage internal and external stakeholders
- you are highly proficient in computer applications commonly used within your discipline, such as Revit and Rhino
- you are degree-qualified in a related design field or hold equivalent certification; professional registration is preferred
What we can offer you:
- competitive salary, dependant on experience
- agile working with the option of three days in the studio and two working from home
- opportunities to learn and grow within a fast-paced, global company
- a fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities
- 22 days annual leave with the option to buy more
- a range of benefits, including private medical/life insurance and pension
If this role interests you, read on for details about the role’s responsibilities.
Key responsibilities
Design/technical expertise
Delivers high-quality design and/or technical work, engaging others with their creative and innovative thinking.
Project management:
- demonstrates a detailed understanding of the design process and project brief, coordinating the preparation of the project deliverables and other activities related to the project development
- takes responsibility for quality control and supervision of project deliverables
- coordinates and integrates the work of external contractors, suppliers and professionals
Team management:
- role models Benoy’s values and contributes towards a collaborative environment in which innovation is encouraged and best practice shared
- ability to work effectively with others to develop and resolve project issues
- ability to make complex decisions, weighing up a range of factors and implications
- builds a network across the business and seeks leadership opportunities by directing and supporting junior team members
Client relationships:
- develops effective relationships with clients and consultants
- operates independently in daily engagement with clients and stakeholders
- provides support to senior team members with key client presentations and represent Benoy in meetings as required
Budget control:
- takes responsibility for aspects of the project budget and liaises with stakeholders to ensure delivery
- seeks to develop a working understanding of cost control, fee charging and project finance, and considers how project fees are maximised without threat to client relationship and repeat work
