CONTRACT TYPE - FULL TIME, PERMANENT

We are seeking an Architect to form part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team of Professionals and carry out all relevant aspects of building design, specification and supervision of construction of the Council’s, and other client’s, Capital and Revenue Programme projects. The post holder will, in addition, as appropriate provide advice on design and other related matters to all Service Groups and Cabinet Meetings of the Council.

Role Requirements:

• Educated to degree and post graduate level or equivalent
• ARB Registered
• ARB Registration if Part II graduate
• Member of CIAT
• Training on current CDM requirements (e.g. Lead Designer Role)
• Fully Competent in the use of AutoCAD
• Experience working as an Architectural Designer in an Architectural Practice or client organisation
• Extensive experience of taking high value complex projects, including new build and refurbishment projects from the initial business case through to the briefing stage and then into the RIBA work stages
• Experience of overseeing cost management, programme and risk management within a multi-faceted stakeholder construction programme.
• Experience of working with different procurement strategies and contract types
• Experience and knowledge of leading and managing large multifaceted project teams both client side and external side (professional consultants & contractors)

Role Responsibilities:

• To carry out all the professional responsibilities of an Architectural or a Lead Consultant Architectural Designer as appropriate, from strategic definition through to post building occupation, as indicated by the RIBA Plan of Works 2023 including:Site appraisals/feasibility studies, undertaking surveys and inspections and preparation of plans of sites and buildings for a variety of purposes.
• To prepare integrated design and technical solutions for all types of construction projects.
• To act as lead consultant when required, liaising and engaging directly with clients, customers and stakeholders.
• To obtain all necessary statutory approvals including Planning, Listed Building consent, Building Regulations, Party Wall matters.
• Management, monitoring and control of major new build, refurbishment, demolition and deconstruction and maintenance construction projects.
• Lead and co-ordinate a design team, which consists of: Geotechnical, Structural, Mechanical & Electrical Engineers, and Quantity Surveyors.
• Ensure the design of projects exceed the client’s, stakeholders, corporate and statutory requirements within available budgets and programme.
• Lead or contribute to the work of project teams of all appropriate professionals in the delivery of individual projects or groups of projects, and to work in close co-operation with Project Managers, Clients and Building Contractors.
• Prepare and assist in the preparation of reports for the Head of Corporate Property & Facilities, the Head of Projects & Works or the Capital Programme Manager for presentation to Lead Members, Corporate Landlord Board and/or Cabinet Meetings of the Council where appropriate.
• To present projects and proposals to the public and Councillors at public and Council meetings – when required outside normal working hours.
• To manage employees placed at the Designer’s disposal to enable the Designer to discharge these duties, and to provide guidance and training to junior employees as appropriate.
• Comply with all office and job procedures and contribute to the ongoing accreditation of Quality Assurance and other Performance Management initiatives.
• Undertake the role of Principal Designer in accordance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.
• Ensure the Council’s Financial & Contracts Procedure Rules are complied with, in particular in relation to the purchase of goods, works and services and the obtaining of quotations or tenders.
• Arrange, maintain and develop associated liaison with colleagues in Projects & Works, the Council, Strategic Partner, outside consultants and public bodies.

For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Nicky Sahota-Brown - Nicky.Sahota-Brown@wolverhampton.gov.uk

OUR WORKING ARRANGEMENTS

All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empower employees to maximise their performance and productivity, whilst maintaining a healthy work life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are usually allocated where employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for ‘touch down’ space at any council location. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements.
Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.
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Role Requirements:

• Educated to degree and post graduate level or equivalent
• ARB Registered
• ARB Registration if Part II graduate
• Member of CIAT
• Training on current CDM requirements (e.g. Lead Designer Role)
• Fully Competent in the use of AutoCAD
• Experience working as an Architectural Designer in an Architectural Practice or client organisation
• Extensive experience of taking high value complex projects, including new build and refurbishment projects from the initial business case through to the briefing stage and then into the RIBA work stages
• Experience of overseeing cost management, programme and risk management within a multi-faceted stakeholder construction programme.
• Experience of working with different procurement strategies and contract types
• Experience and knowledge of leading and managing large multifaceted project teams both client side and external side (professional consultants & contractors

Role Responsibilities:

• To carry out all the professional responsibilities of an Architectural or a Lead Consultant Architectural Designer as appropriate, from strategic definition through to post building occupation, as indicated by the RIBA Plan of Works 2023 including:Site appraisals/feasibility studies, undertaking surveys and inspections and preparation of plans of sites and buildings for a variety of purposes.
• To prepare integrated design and technical solutions for all types of construction projects.
• To act as lead consultant when required, liaising and engaging directly with clients, customers and stakeholders.
• To obtain all necessary statutory approvals including Planning, Listed Building consent, Building Regulations, Party Wall matters.
• Management, monitoring and control of major new build, refurbishment, demolition and deconstruction and maintenance construction projects.
• Lead and co-ordinate a design team, which consists of: Geotechnical, Structural, Mechanical & Electrical Engineers, and Quantity Surveyors.
• Ensure the design of projects exceed the client’s, stakeholders, corporate and statutory requirements within available budgets and programme.
• Lead or contribute to the work of project teams of all appropriate professionals in the delivery of individual projects or groups of projects, and to work in close co-operation with Project Managers, Clients and Building Contractors.
• Prepare and assist in the preparation of reports for the Head of Corporate Property & Facilities, the Head of Projects & Works or the Capital Programme Manager for presentation to Lead Members, Corporate Landlord Board and/or Cabinet Meetings of the Council where appropriate.
• To present projects and proposals to the public and Councillors at public and Council meetings – when required outside normal working hours.
• To manage employees placed at the Designer’s disposal to enable the Designer to discharge these duties, and to provide guidance and training to junior employees as appropriate.
• Comply with all office and job procedures and contribute to the ongoing accreditation of Quality Assurance and other Performance Management initiatives.
• Undertake the role of Principal Designer in accordance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.
• Ensure the Council’s Financial & Contracts Procedure Rules are complied with, in particular in relation to the purchase of goods, works and services and the obtaining of quotations or tenders.
• Arrange, maintain and develop associated liaison with colleagues in Projects & Works, the Council, Strategic Partner, outside consultants and public bodies