Project Lead Architect - Education

We are looking for a Project Lead Architect to complement our friendly dynamic team in Dublin and deliver projects in the Education Sector across Ireland. We are a UK & Ireland practice with strong connections across all of our studios in Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow, Sheffield, Cardiff and London. We work collaboratively as one team structured by sector, sharing resources, knowledge and skills. Ranked as one of the top 20 largest practices in the UK this year, other recent accolades include:

• Best Companies Top 50 Best Mid Sized Companies to work for 2023
• Winner, Offsite Awards – Architect of the Year and Winners Winner 2023
• Winner, Structural Timber Awards – Architect of the Year & Education Project of the Year 2023
• Winner, BCIA – Digital Initiative of the Year Award 2023
• Best Companies Top 100 Best Large Sized Companies to work for 2022
• Winner Building Awards: Architectural Practice of the Year 2022
• Winner Building Awards: Every Person Counts, the people strategy award 2022
• Winner RSUA Design Awards – Altnagelvin Hospital
• Winner Irish Design & Excellence Awards 2022– Healthcare Project of the Year – NCH Satellite Centre at Tallaght University Hospital
• Winner AJ100 Sustainability Champion of the Year 2022
• Construction Excellence – BIM Excellence Awards – BAM / Lot 2 Schools
• Winner AJ100 Awards Employer of the Year Award 2021

A fully qualified architect with a minimum of 7 years full professional membership with RIAI/RIBA or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years experience, at Senior / Associate – Lead Architect Education level. You will exhibit the following skills / experience:

• A passion for design and the environment within the Education sector including primary, post primary and higher education, with a proven experience of designing and delivering inspirational teaching and learning spaces that meet the Department of Education standards and specifications.
• A proven project delivery in the Irish construction sector with an understanding of the statutory permissions (Planning/FSC/DAC), full knowledge of Irish Building Regulations, including BC(A)R process and acting as Design Certifier and administering professional services and construction contracts including Public Works Contract Administration (PW-CF1 or/and PW-CF2, NEC4) and D&B contract.
• The ability to manage client relationships / client satisfaction, including large scale projects / programmes, and leading / managing project teams in the preparation of presentations, statutory permissions, tender and construction documentation / specifications, through project delivery and post-evaluation stages.
• A sound understanding of and commitment to sustainable building design and delivery.
• The experience of delivering to Building Information Management (BIM) ISO 16950 standards with Revit capability, InDesign and MS suite capability is essential.

This is an opportunity to join our team and develop your career in Ireland. You will bring energy and determination to help grow our Dublin presence, exploiting your skills and expertise and ensuring that we deliver exceptional service to our clients. We offer a generous remuneration package, which includes a blended work model with a flexible approach to studio and remote working, along with a friendly studio environment, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. We are also an Employee Owned Trust, which means our employees have a sense of ownership, a say in our direction and are rewarded for the part they play in our future success. Diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB) is at the core of our business. We advocate equal opportunities, creating an inclusive working environment for all. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different mode please contact our HR team for assistance. If you think this role could be for you, please send your CV and examples of your project work. Those shortlisted will be contacted. HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.