Architect (Healthcare Projects) _ Manchester

Arcadis IBI Group:

We are a global architecture, engineering, planning and technology firm creating the intelligent systems, sustainable buildings and efficient infrastructure of tomorrow.

Our collaborative approach focuses on future-forward solutions where we’re bridging the gap between design and technology and unlocking new potential in data-driven environments.

IBI Group is now proudly a part of Arcadis. Together, we are committed to improving the quality of life for our clients, people, partners and the communities we all serve.

• Permanent
• Full Time (40 hours pw, Monday to Friday)
• Based in Manchester City centre with a hybrid studio / remote working pattern

Over 50 years we have expanded to now employ 3,500 experts across 6 continents and we understand what it takes to work locally and scale globally. Our UK & Ireland presence includes Studios in Birmingham, Brighton, Cardiff, Dublin, Glasgow, London, Manchester and Newark making us one of the largest design and technology firms in the region.

Arcadis IBI Group’s expertise is delivered by a team of professionals, each dedicated to specialist areas such as urban design, architecture, intelligent transport, landscaping, interior design, software development and many more areas of client focused services. The combination of local knowledge and global reach helps us deliver the best results possible for our clients wherever they may be.

This challenge will give you the opportunity to focus on a range of projects for a growing, diverse client base. In this position, you will join a highly creative, collaborative team dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence.

You’ll be coordinating the design & construction phases of projects of varying size, delivering high quality architectural solutions, leading elements of large and small projects independently while supporting the Studio Management team with input to programming and resourcing reviews.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinating contract documents, design / consulting teams and follow projects through to completion
• Work on all aspects of projects: design development, working drawings, contract administration, client relationships, team communication and on-site services
• Manage multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with other disciplines
• Process change control requests during construction and address RFI
• Resolve complex technical and design issues
• Conduct on-site inspections and document site reviews, interface with statutory authorities during the design and construction phases of the project
• Understand and adhere to procedures including quality management and environmental management systems and health & safety
• Contribute to the business development activities of the Studio and Region, supporting in the preparation of proposals, submissions and presentations
• Promote the use and continuous development of appropriate systems, procedures and protocols

Skills and Qualifications:

• RIBA Part 3 qualified and ARB registered
• 3 to 5 years post qualification experience
• A working knowledge of Revit and BIM experience
• Your experience must include recent sizeable UK projects and schemes (ideally in the Healthcare and / or Education sectors)
• Experience of working on larger projects as part of a team and day to day leadership for smaller projects
• Naturally you’ll have a strong knowledge of building regulations, design standards and best practice
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship-management skills

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives including a Mentorship Program, our Group Global Women’s Network and a Diversity & Inclusion Council. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

As part of our selection processes, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer. These could include work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record.

Arcadis IBI Group provides a competitive benefits package and pay association dues and licensing fees.

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