IBI Group Hiring for Architect (Education Sector) _ Manchester or London Job at London, England Full Time

IBI Group is 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.

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  Full Time (40 hours pw, Monday to Friday)
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  Permanent
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  Based in either London or Manchester city centres with an element of Studio / Remote hybrid working

Position Summary:

Over 50 years IBI Group has expanded to now employ 3,200 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.

In the UK, IBI Group’s Architectural experience extends across all education strands, including early years, primary schools, secondary schools, further education, higher education and SEND, as well as specialist science, educationally led developments and social and mental health facilities.

Due to an increasing workload and recent commissions across the FE, HE and schools sectors, IBI Group is expanding and we are seeking a highly motivated person with proven experience in the education sector. You will operate within the broader Buildings workstream which includes other sectors such as Healthcare, Commercial, and Housing and there is significant opportunity for you enjoy the crossover between these areas as well as other business streams in Systems and Infrastructure.

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

You’ll be an integral part of our team, designing and delivering high quality architectural solutions across a range of large and small projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work in all aspects of projects from early design and planning to construction
• Manage multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with other disciplines
• Lead elements of large / complex projects or small projects independently, working with / without a team
• Manage client relationships and team communication (including project teams and budgets)
• Resolve complex technical and design issues
• Maintain the project documentation, drawings and specifications
• Interface with statutory authorities during the design and construction phases of the project
• Contribute to the business development activities of the Studio and office
• Support in the preparation of proposals, submissions and presentations

• Qualified Architect with a background across UK projects, specifically education
• Experience of working as part of a team and day to day leadership for smaller projects
• A working knowledge of Revit and BIM experience
• Naturally you’ll have a strong knowledge of building regulations, DfE design standards and best practice
• Strong graphical and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives including Mentorship Programs, the IBI 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 IBI Group’s selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role they are under consideration for and prior to receiving a job offer. These could include work references, education, qualification and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity and right-to-work, a credit report, criminal record / offences and driver’s license record.

IBI Group provides a competitive benefits package and pays association dues and licensing costs including relevant professional membership fees.

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