Senior Architect

Your new company
Hays has been retained to recruit a Senior Architect for our client, a leading multinational engineering consultancy with offices just outside of Cork City.

Your new role
This role is suited to a confident and technically strong architect who can lead projects through all stages, from early concept and planning to construction and site delivery, working closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors and clients. Some responsibilities are:

• Lead and contribute to architectural projects from concept design through to construction and handover.
• Take an active role in site-based delivery, including inspections, coordination with contractors, responding to RFIs and supporting contract administration.
• Produce and oversee high-quality technical drawings, specifications and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Irish Planning, Building Regulations, Building Control Legislation and relevant standards
• Coordinate effectively with structural, MEP, fire, acoustic and other specialist consultants.
• Support and, where appropriate, mentor junior architects and architectural staff.
• Work across multiple projects simultaneously, managing priorities and deadlines efficiently.
• Engage confidently with clients and stakeholders, representing company with professionalism and clarity.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience on site / in construction delivery is a mandatory requirement.
• Strong background in both design and technical project delivery.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects in Ireland.
• Excellent working knowledge of: Irish Planning System Building Regulations (Parts A-M)
• Building Control (BCAR) and Technical Guidance Documents.
• High level of proficiency in Revit / BIM within a digital design environment.
• Strong graphic, design and detailing skills. Excellent verbal and written communication.

Desirable experience

• Experience in Aviation, Industrial, Education or Transportation projects.
• Previous involvement in a complex or highly regulated environments. Experience working within multidisciplinary consultancy team.

What you'll get in return

What you need to do now
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