Contract role - Senior Architect & Building Compliance Specialist
Location - Dublin (hybrid working)
The senior architect and building compliance specialist will be part of a diverse team of professionals and will be responsible for the delivery of architectural services from feasibility through construction stage of electricity infrastructure projects
The role involves the provision of relevant architectural services for both new developments and the maintenance and refurbishment of existing assets. The architect will also provide technical advice and support to ensure building compliance for the business in the development of new assets and continued operation of existing assets
Responsibilities
Lead the Architectural design function for assigned projects
• Promote and take ownership for the safety and quality management culture on assigned projects.
• Identify and engage with internal and external stakeholders to accurately define project scope, programme requirements and available budget.
Coordination of external consultants during the design and construction phases of assigned projects.
• Contract administration during the construction phase of assigned projects.
• Develop and manage project implementation plans covering key aspects of scope, programme and cost.
• Ensure compliance with requirements and procedures in respect of Planning, Fire Safety, Safety & Health and other enactments
Provide specialist technical advice and expertise to project teams on architectural matters such as:
o Feasibility & Design Implementation
o Contract Management
o Building Control Compliance
o Sustainable Design in line with industry best practice
• Fulfil the duties of Design Certifier and/or Assigned Certifier under the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations
Experience required
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a consultant architect, and a project portfolio demonstrating strong design skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant Irish regulations, legislation, policy and guidance.
• Demonstrate good design awareness relating to project type and constraints of commercial viability, budget and procurement path.
• Demonstrable experience in the successful delivery of large, complex architectural projects, including Design Team leadership involving direction of in-house and external design team consultants.
NFQ Level 8 Degree in Architecture or a related discipline, or equivalent recognised qualification.
Registered Architect status, in accordance with Section 18 (1) of the Building Control Act 2007
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