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Description
Barker Associates is an award-winning, employee-owned, multi-disciplinary property consultancy providing Architecture and Design, Project Management, Surveying, Engineering, and Energy and Sustainability services to clients across the UK. We deliver innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions across the education, commercial, and residential sectors, supporting projects from concept through to completion.
We are currently seeking an Architect to join our Architecture and Design team based in Braintree. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an Architect looking to develop their career within a collaborative, technically strong, and supportive consultancy environment.
The Role
As an Architect at Barker Associates, you will be responsible for projects across RIBA Stages 0–7, working closely with clients and internal multi-disciplinary teams. You will take ownership of allocated projects, with appropriate autonomy and responsibility, supported by senior colleagues and clear opportunities for career progression.
Key Areas Of Responsibilities Will Include
- Lead the day-to-day architectural delivery of small to medium-sized projects across education, commercial, and residential sectors.
- Act as the primary architectural point of contact for allocated projects, liaising directly with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
- Develop, coordinate, and deliver design proposals from concept through technical design, ensuring alignment with client briefs, statutory requirements, and agreed programs.
- Produce and oversee high-quality technical drawings, specifications, and schedules for planning, building regulations, tender, and construction stages.
- Coordinate architectural information with structural, civil, MEP, sustainability, and surveying disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Prepare and manage statutory submissions, including planning applications and building regulation packages.
- Support procurement and construction activities, including preparation of tender documentation, responding to contractor queries, RFIs, and attending site inspections.
- Attend and contribute to client meetings, design team meetings, planning consultations, and site meetings.
- Apply sound technical judgment to ensure compliance with current Building Regulations, British Standards, and industry best practice.
- Manage workload effectively to meet agreed quality, fee, and program targets, identifying and escalating risks where appropriate.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring support to junior team members and contribute to internal design reviews and quality assurance processes.
- Actively engage with sustainability and low-carbon design principles in line with Barker Associates’ commitment to responsible development.
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Requirements
- ARB registered Architect with RIBA Part 3 qualification.
- Demonstrable post-qualification experience delivering projects across RIBA Stages 0–7.
- Strong technical background with experience in detailed design and construction delivery.
- Proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Good design skills with the ability to develop concepts into robust, buildable solutions.
- Confident, client-facing approach and experience working within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience of NBS Chorus.
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Additional Information
Applicants should submit a CV and portfolio as part of their application.
- A full, valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.
- Appointment will be subject to a DBS Enhanced check.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (pro-rated) plus bank holidays
- Healthcare cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme including Life Assurance
- Pension Scheme
- Total Rewards Package
- Employee-owned business with shared success and long-term stability
Barker Associates is committed to supporting your professional growth. We offer structured CPD, mentoring, and on-the-job training, with clear and achievable career progression opportunities.
Fairness, inclusion, and respect
We believe in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion, and respect. Our people are central to our success, and we promote a working environment where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
If you require support during the application process, please contact:
recruitment@barker-associates.co.uk
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