Overview

We are looking to recruit an Architect Technical Director. This position will act as a technical specialist and subject matter expert within the specific technical discipline, providing direction, guidance and supervision as appropriate to technical teams, operational managers, clients and suppliers. To direct the actions of technical teams regardless of office location, project or account, including the multidisciplinary environment and to undertake the people manager role when required by the business. The main focus of the role is as an inward facing subject matter expert, providing direction to technical teams and supporting a technical excellence agenda.

Responsibilities

• To act as a technical specialist and subject matter expert, providing direction, guidance and supervision as appropriate to technical teams, operational managers, clients and suppliers.
• Leading and directing the preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme.
• Responsibility for the commercial success of the projects within their portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverables.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives up to director level, including presenting proposals.
• Identifying opportunities for technical initiatives and sponsoring their development.
• Leading the preparation of bids and the general work winning function, including the role of bid director.
• Working on site, either on a visiting basis or in a full time but temporary role and including out of hours working.
• Assuming the role of people manager when required by the business.
• Size and Scope: They will take responsibility for the commercial success of the projects within their portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverables.
• Registered as an Architect with the Architects Registration Board.
• Fellow Membership of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) already held or to be gained within six months of commencement in the role.

Qualifications

• Applies deep expertise of architectural theory and principles to rarely seen situations which require the creation of an outcome from first principles.
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of design and specification process with ability to manage others. Demonstrates a full understanding of the project scope and acts as Design Team Lead for both minor and major projects.
• Highly experienced with relevant software and similar analytical tools. Good ability to check work produced by others and able to validate and approve the use of new tools.
• Excellent knowledge of suppliers and the services they provide, maintained through regular contact.
• Excellent oral communicator, able to present arguments and ideas very well to peers, more senior colleagues and clients. Can deliver internal training workshops and presentations to clients.
• Demonstrates an excellent understanding of CDM and risk assessment. Highly experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensures appropriate risk mitigation and transference has been applied. Can act as Principal Designer for all projects.
• Demonstrates a very good ability to resolve possible interface clashes and manages interfaces within their own discipline.
• Supervisory and people manager skills. Capable of directing the actions of technical teams regardless of office location, project or account, including the multidisciplinary environment and to undertake the people manager role when required by the business.

Benefits and Culture

• At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. We offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through life’s ups and downs. Investors in People recognition is noted.
• Career Development – Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, with mentoring and support to hit career milestones. We offer professional development and recognition for professional qualifications.
• Work-life Balance – Hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. A network of offices across the UK with discussed working options.
• Wellbeing – Health cash plan, 24 GP, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers.
• EDI and Affinity Groups – Networks that provide support, community and a space to share experiences (Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability, Parents & Carers).
• Social Value – Community Involvement Days and opportunities to support charitable initiatives.
• Pension – Generous pension scheme contributions.
• Holidays – Minimum 24 days holidays plus Bank Holidays.
• Choices – Flexible benefits, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work, charity giving and gym membership.