Architect in Exeter, Devon

Role Overview

An innovative Architect or Architectural Technologist is required to join a growing Exeter-based team, operating as part of a wider regional, multidisciplinary design business. This is a contract position offering the opportunity to work on a range of exciting and complex projects across multiple sectors.

The role is ideal for professionals looking to take ownership of projects, work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment, and contribute to design excellence across all stages of project delivery.

About the Role

This role provides the opportunity to work on high-quality projects alongside a network of creative professionals including architects, engineers, and specialist consultants. The successful candidate will be encouraged to take a leading role on projects, supporting design development from concept through to delivery on site.

The position supports professional growth within a collaborative, multi-discipline environment and offers exposure to projects of varying scale and complexity.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• RIBA Part 3 qualification or CIAT accreditation
• 5-10 years? experience delivering complex projects across multiple sectors
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations
• Experience working directly with clients and contractors
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams

You will demonstrate a strong understanding of the design process and RIBA Plan of Work, with the ability to deliver projects from concept design through detailed design and construction.

Key technical capabilities include:

• Design coordination and interface management
• Clash detection and resolution
• Materials selection, specification writing, and detailed design development
• Proficient use of NBS specification software
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Experience with collaboration tools such as Navisworks, BIM model federation, model checking, and on-site job running (desirable)

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will:

• Consistently deliver accurate, high-quality work
• Manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Be well organised with excellent time management
• Work independently and effectively under pressure
• Show attention to detail and a proactive, positive attitude
• Be flexible, self-motivated, and a strong team player

Flexible Working

Flexible working arrangements are supported, and applications are welcomed from professionals seeking non-full-time commitments. Individual requirements can be discussed.

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance. Any requirement will be discussed at interview stage.
Applicants are requested not to reference any current or previous security clearance within applications or discussions.

Additional Support

Candidates who identify as having a disability are encouraged to disclose this prior to interview so that reasonable adjustments can be discussed and arranged.