The Architect will prepare implementation documents, collaborate on project design, maintain client relationships, and lead a team in architectural problem-solving.
Overview:
HKS London is seeking an Architect to join our Sports team.Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. A registered Architect who possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of architectural principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to project and design solutions.
Responsibilities :
- Prepares or modifies complex detailed implementation documents and drawings with or without minimal supervision using diverse knowledge of architectural principles, practices and advanced techniques
- Applies creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions
- May lead team in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problems with limited guidance
- May review the preparation of implementation documents by architectural team
- Collaborates in preparing project schedules and coordinates with team in order to effectively meet deadlines
- Executes deliverables according to scope of services and HKS standards, best practice and quality expectations
- Assists with technical resolution and coordination for a defined portion of a project
- Validates that code and zoning requirements for assigned segment of project are met
- May coordinate with project managers, clients, public agencies, consultants and contractors to incorporate engineering systems, to respond to requests for information, clarifications and modifications, and to obtain approvals
- Prepares client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings as needed
- Understands and supports negotiations on critical issues with project team
- Performs product research; assists project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selections
- Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
- May attend on-site visits, field reviews and project meetings and documents as appropriate
- May be responsible for preparing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings
- Seeks leadership opportunities by providing direction and feedback to team members and collaborating with team leaders
- Supports the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules
- Travel may be required
Qualifications:
- Accredited Master’s degree in Architecture (RIBA Part III or transferable equivalent)
- ARB Registration required
- Typically, 5+ years of experience
- Sustainable design accreditation preferred
- Proficiency in Revit
- Proficiency in architectural software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks and 3D modeling software (including Rhino and Grasshopper) preferred
- Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup and InDesign graphic software preferred
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
- Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
- Strong knowledge of architectural building systems and QA/QC process
- Strong knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
- Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
- Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
- Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
- Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
- Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
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If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
HKS, Inc. London, England Office
London, United Kingdom
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