Architect

The Role

We are looking for someone who is already based in the UK and close enough to commute to our office in central Leeds. 

In this role, you will be responsible for planning and designing buildings and land areas with regard to functional and aesthetic requirements, budgets and timescales. Within this role, it is important to maintain effective working relationships, understand where your skillset fits within the team and collaborate with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for the project. 

About Us

GWPA is a multi-award winning architecture and building consultancy practice. Based on our strong heritage and breadth of services, we provide imaginative solutions to make a positive contribution for our clients, society and the built environment. 

​Our people make us who we are – we are a people business and want to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all can flourish. We see diversity as a strength which creates fresh perspectives and generates new ideas. 

We enjoy what we do and are determined to do an outstanding job. We deliver best when working in teams. Our culture is a product of the combined mindsets and behaviours of our people. 

​Due to our continued growth and expanding portfolio, we have an exciting opportunity for an Architect to join our creative and friendly team in Leeds. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Take receipt of a brief from a GWPA Manager and with only limited intervention from them, develop it into a design in line with the RIBA Plan of Work 

  • Contribute to and help co-ordinate the development of GWP's Pre-Construction Information in line with the RIBA Plan of Work and GWP's Deliverables and DRM 

  • Achieve efficient and effective designs using robust and sustainable design solutions 

  • Prepare compliant designs by following UK Construction Law, British Standards and relevant CoPs 

  • Choose or advise on material selection 

  • Author specifications using GWP's NBS Masters. Source and evidence supporting and up-to-date technical information from manufacturers 

  • Participate in Project Reviews and coordination workshops 

  • Assist in gathering and preparing information required to support statutory submissions, such as Planning, Building Regulations and Building Safety Gateways (where relevant) 

  • Negotiate with statutory bodies, write reports and complete statutory submissions (Planning Applications / Gateway submissions / Building Regulations etc.) 

  • Attend meetings and workshops with Clients, Designers, Contractors, and other Specialists 

  • Support the Project Lead with the maintenance of the Design Risk Registers 

  • Use Document Control on your project(s) in line with GWP Protocols 

What We Offer You 

  • Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Hybrid Working) 

  • 25 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing with service 

  • Support with career progression and education 

  • Paid professional memberships 

  • Discretionary bonus scheme 

  • Cycle 2 Work Scheme 

  • Salary: Competitive salary based on experience

This is a great opportunity to join our highly creative and ambitious team in a great studio close to transport links. You will be part of a design-led progressive practice. 

Your Skills

  • ARB registered Architect with ideally a minimum of 2 years UK experience 

  • Proven commercial and contractual awareness 

  • You will ideally have cross sector experience 

  • Advanced knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign and other digital imaging tools 

  • A minimum of two years of using Archicad (ideally) 

How To Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, please apply via recruitment@gwp-arch.com 

You will be asked to upload your CV/cover letter, and we would also be interested to see a copy of your portfolio as part of your application. When completing your application, please give specific details of your experience, skills and previous responsibilities that you believe will be relevant to the role you are applying for. 

GWPA is an equal opportunities employer, we do not discriminate on any grounds other than ability to carry out the job role. If you require any adjustments to make the recruitment process easier, please let us know. 

Please check your Junk Mail/Spam for application acknowledgements and any updates on your application, including invites to interview, as some email accounts automatically divert there.  

If we need recruitment agency assistance for this role, we will contact agencies direct. Any speculative CVs that we receive will not be accepted as an introduction. 

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the practice may be required. Job descriptions do not form part of the contract of employment. Job descriptions will be reviewed annually and when necessary, in accordance with organisational needs and any major changes will be discussed with the post holder. 

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