Architect and Building Compliance Specialist

Desired Skills: MS Office Suite,Architect,Design,Contract administration,Project Management,Design implementation

The Role

PE Global are recruiting for a Senior Architect and Building Compliance Specialist for our electricity client based in Dublin Airport. This is a 12-month contract role. Hybrid working options.

Job 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.
• Ensure that information is managed and maintained appropriately and consistent with procedures.
• Provide specialist technical advice and expertise to project teams on architectural matters such as:
• Feasibility & Design Implementation
• Contract Management
• Building Control Compliance
• Sustainable Design in line with industry best practice
• Fulfil the duties of Design Certifier and/or Assigned Certifier under the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations.
• Manage consultants, review technical reports and progress solutions to technical issues that arise.

Education and Experience

• 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
• 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.
• Demonstrable experience in Contract Administration, and knowledge of the regulatory framework of Planning, Building Control and general regulations relevant to architectural projects.
• Demonstrable competence and experience in safety management, including the role of Project Supervisor Design Phase (PSDP).
• Ability to undertake appropriate investigation for the preparation of the design brief for a project.
• Ability to analyse and interpret the Customer’s needs and requirements and contribute to the production of an appropriate project brief and to critically review a brief prepared by others.
• Demonstrate ability to conduct efficient decision making and problem solving in collaboration with other key internal stakeholders.
• The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Fulfil the duties of Design Certifier and/or Assigned Certifier under the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations.
• Full driving licence and access to a car.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply or alternatively send an up-to-date CV aisling.oleary@peglobal.net

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland****