Chartered Architect – Conservation & High-End Residential

About the role

We are seeking a Chartered Architect to join an established practice in Edinburgh, specialising in conservation, refurbishment and high-end residential projects. The role involves managing complex projects through RIBA Stages 4-7, delivering technical design packages and liaising with clients, consultants and contractors.

Key responsibilities

• Manage architectural projects from inception to completion across RIBA Stages 4-7.
• Produce high-quality technical design packages and construction information.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings, design reviews and site inspections.
• Prepare and submit planning applications, Listed Building Consent and Building Warrant documents.
• Ensure projects are delivered on programme, within budget and to the highest technical standards.
• Maintain quality control throughout all stages of delivery.

Required profile

• ARB-registered Chartered Architect with several years’ post-Part 3 experience.
• Proven track record delivering projects across the RIBA Plan of Work.
• Experience in high-end residential and/or conservation projects.
• Strong organisational, communication and project-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Passion for heritage architecture and delivering exceptional design.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Revit.

What we offer

• Flexible start and finish times.
• 22 days annual leave (rising to 25 days with service) plus bank holidays and Christmas Eve.
• Company pension with 4% employer contribution.
• Life insurance of 2.5 times annual salary after probation.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Private medical care, including online GP services.
• Cycle-to-Work scheme.
• Payment of relevant professional membership fees.