Due to continued expansion we have an urgent requirement for architects in Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow.  This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and creative team. (full job description below )

You will have at least three years post RIBA Part III, a high level of both creative and technical ability and possess proven interpersonal skills. You will be capable of leading and managing a team to work to challenging schedules to take projects successfully from inception to completion while ensuring its success in terms of buildability, budget and programming.
A high level of AutoCAD literacy is essential.

In return you can expect a generous basic salary, an excellent benefits package and the potential to develop within this role to progress your career.

To apply for this position send an up-to-date CV with covering letter detailing relevant experience to HR Dept, Space Solutions, Bishop House, 50 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UP or email to: jobs@spacesolutions.info

Job Description

• The appointed candidate will operate as an Architect within a relaxed but progressive environment.   You will have the experience to take the lead in large and / or involved commercial projects whilst carrying out all RIBA work stages.
• Although each project will provide a wide and varying involvement, the successful candidates will have the broad abilities to:
• analyse and carry out full appraisals of a building or site, and undertake a full assessments of a clients’ operational requirements.
• consult with clients regarding the design of their environment.
• undertake designs and articulate & present these clearly to client bodies at every level
• provide advice to a client regarding legislative restrictions and apply for, and negotiate, local authority approvals
• prepare detailed construction drawings & specifications, and advise on programme, budget and constructional practicality.
• coordinate other consultants within the design team.
• advise the client on alternative procurement methods
• prepare and coordinate tender submissions with other members of the design team.
• coordinate and control meetings with clients, design team and contractors
• work closely with contractors to ensure budgetary constraints, programme and build quality are being considered throughout
• undertake full contract administration duties, including control of budget & programme. A good working awareness of contract administration procedures and legislation is essential.
• problem solve effectively, both pre and post contract.

• You will be a strong all rounder with an emphasis on technical ability and methodical work, but also possessing a strong visual and design ability.  You will have an interest in, and a track record of, commercial architecture and interior design.
• You will be able to communicate effectively both verbally and visually.

• BSc / BA (Hons) Architecture
• PG. DIP Advanced Architectural Studies / Masters
• Registered with ARB and minimum of 3 years post qualification experience
• Experience of working in a commercial environment, new build projects.