Role description
Arcadis is seeking a Senior Architect to join our UK Retail Architecture Studio. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and will collaborate with other professionals on small‑ and large‑scale retail and mixed‑use projects. We are looking for a creative, organized, motivated individual who is a self‑starter and can work both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate will possess strong design skills and be capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously on various projects. The candidate should have an interest in developing project management skills and have the ability to effectively collaborate with consultants, contractors, and clients.
Role accountabilities
- Partners with the studio manager and design staff to execute and deliver projects on schedule and within fee
- Collaborates closely with team and senior staff supporting the design and technical tasks and coordinates architectural design with structural, MEP, and fire protection consultants
- Communicates openly, embraces mentorship, and nurtures the next generation of designers
- Resolves design and technical issues within the project scope and escalates as needed to ensure project objectives are met
- Works on various phases of design and documentation – from space planning to the development of architectural details and material finishes, with an emphasis on construction documents, permitting, shop drawings reviews, and construction administration
- Review client concepts to ensure code, accessibility, and functional requirements are met
- Prepare permit submission packages under the direction of the studio manager
- Produce drawings and details in compliance with codes and standards
- Balances multiple projects across various phases and has the ability to prioritize workload and delegate tasks to junior staff
- Has an understanding of proposal writing, contracts, generating work‑plans and project fees, and assists with financial management of all assigned projects
Qualifications & Experience
- 8-10+ years of experience, with a strong background in retail projects
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
- Proficiency in REVIT and AutoCAD is required
- Ability to advance a design through all project phases – from concept to detail development
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people.
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success.
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