Architect

We are currently recruiting for an Architect to become a key member of the Rail/Transport team. The architectural designs will cover a variety of areas including the following: station buildings, mixed-use transport oriented development, staff accommodation and all types of track-side rail infrastructure buildings.

A working knowledge of UK CDM requirements, System Integration Principles and carbon critical design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake architectural design to London Underground, Network Rail, British / European and Atkins Rail standards.
• To carry out single discipline checks of architectural designs prepared within own team, other groups and other businesses within area of expertise.
• Lead architectural design, where appropriate, and deliver to quality, time and cost.
• Author technical reports, either for internal circulation, or for client issue.
• Monitor design quality.
• Report to the line manager in the London Architecture & Master Planning practice.

Requirements

• A Chartered Architect with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Part III qualification.
• Relevant and appropriate experience as an architect within a building or rail environment.
• Must have proven experience of all RIBA stages of design.
• Have a detailed knowledge of the United Kingdom Building Regulations.
• Must demonstrate a good understanding of construction detailing.
• Must have a good knowledge of CDM, DDA regulations.
• Experience of working in Multi-D environment and good understanding of co-ordination and interfaces with other disciplines.
• You will have experience of computer aided design tools, such Microstation and AutoCAD.
• The successful applicant will be a competent user of IT tools, in particular Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Familiar with working in a heavily regulated environment, such as the railways.
• Proven experience in leading architectural design of projects and managing and mentoring less experienced staff.
• Good command of the English Language and an effective communicator both written and oral.
• Must work well with others within a multidisciplinary environment
• Capable of liaising directly with clients and main contractors