Project Architect/Job Runner - #2092792

Company Description

NW Architects is a well-established and exciting architectural practice based in Leeds city centre (5 mins from the train station). It is a friendly and inspiring workplace that was born out of a deep rooted desire to deliver inspiring and sustainable buildings & spaces by providing a professional personal service. Since 2005 the practice has worked on a wide variety of projects, ranging from small domestic extensions through to large multi-million pound developments and everything in between. The main sectors of work include: Student Accommodation, Commercial, Multi-Storey Residential and Retail.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for an Project Architect/Job Runner at NW Architects in Leeds. The successful candidate should have a good knowledge of construction processes and be happy running high value multi-storey residential projects. They will work with the rest of the architectural team to co-ordinate the delivery of projects with responsibilities including the production of planning and construction drawings as well as liaising with clients, contractors, local planning authorities and building control. Excellent Revit skills and experience are essential.

Duties And Responsibilities

· Produce drawings and documentation as required using Revit and AutoCAD, independently and in collaboration with our technical team and the wider design team

· Be responsible for the preparation and coordination of detailed design and production information including drawings and documents for tender/construction packages

· Monitor quality and coordination of drawing information ensuring project delivery in line with the programme

· Be responsible for the management of the project including health & safety and building legislation requirements along with day to day administration of the projects

· Contribute to the design and construction process

· Attend design team/client meetings as required

Qualifications

• Architect/Senior Technician

• Proficient in Revit and ideally AutoCAD

• Experienced in preparing planning and working drawing construction packages

• Have a strong knowledge of UK building regulations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks

• Ability to work on multiple projects at once

• A full UK driving licence is preferred

• Must have the legal right to work in the UK

This position is suited for an individual with three - five years of experience in an architectural environment.