Project architect

Full time, permanent contract

About the role

We are expanding the architectural team in our stimulating, inter-disciplinary design studio in Dublin and are looking for motivated and creative Project Architects with an established level of post-qualified experience and excellent design, detail and communication skills.

As a major interdisciplinary design practice, you will have a unique opportunity to work on high-profile projects across a variety of sectors including education, healthcare, hotel, retail, workplace, aviation and residential sectors. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious Project Architect with good career progression available.

About us

BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that's built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.

We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan's Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.

Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we're designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.

We're proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world-one that leaves every place better than we found it.

About you

You will be responsible and have previous experience in developing and delivering thoughtful, design-led solutions across a range of sectors and throughout all project stages. You will also possess excellent design strength and creative leadership in your work, demonstrating a strong level of design, skill and technical capability.

Working as part of a project team, you will be responsible for leading projects and ensuring project deliverables are completed on programme and to a high quality. You will interface with clients, lead design teams and ensure the coordination of all information from project consultants. You will also have the ability to confidently support and contribute to submissions, proposals, tenders and business development opportunities as may be required.

The successful candidate will have the following key competencies, qualifications, skills, roles, responsibilities and personal attributes:

Key Competencies

• Strong design ability and attention to detail.

• Excellent coordination and documentation skills.

• Confident client and consultant communicator.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Qualifications + Skills

• Be an accredited member of the RIAI, with relevant post-qualified experience demonstrating an established level of professional capability.

• Proficient experience in delivering projects through Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite etc.

• Cross-sector project experience with detailed technical knowledge and understanding.

• Strong familiarity with the current Irish Building Regulations and their application in building design.

Note: The years of post-qualified experience is provided as a guideline; greater weight will be placed on the individual's proven ability to demonstrate and execute the role.

Roles + Responsibilities

• Lead the development of architectural designs, from initial concepts through to construction.

• Lead Design Team meetings and coordinate project information with external consultants.

• Manage projects across all RIAI workstages, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.

• Display strong communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines.

• Perform architectural design work to a high quality in a 3D BIM Environment.

• Conduct site visits & coordinate with contractors, consultants, and suppliers to maintain quality standards.

• Supervise and mentor junior employees, including Graduate Architects and Interns.

• Make conscious efforts to build relationships with external stakeholders.

• Actively participate in industry events to represent and promote BDP and building industry networks.

• Support and contribute to submissions, tenders and business development opportunities

• Assist in the generation of proposals, scopes, schedules and budgets for projects.

Personal Attributes

• An excellent communicator who can work effectively and productively.

• Ability to collaboratively solve complex problems, working constructively with key project stakeholders.

• Innovative thinker who strives for architectural and design excellence.

• Well organised and successful in time and resource management.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently and self-manage.

• Strong attention to detail and visual skills.

• Accustomed to working in a team environment with demanding schedules and deadlines.

• Client-orientated, with an ability to promote BDP to potential clients and industry partners.

BDP offers

BDP offers an excellent opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of our skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a stimulating working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.

We are committed to being an employer of choice and offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that includes an employee profit share scheme, private medical insurance, life insurance, long term sickness insurance, health screening, opportunity to buy/swap holidays and enhanced maternity and paternity provision, plus many more.

We offer flexible working opportunism with a mix of office and remote working.

To find out on more detail about what BDP can offer you, please visit: https://www.bdp.com/en/careers-at-bdp/why-join-bdp/.

To apply

To apply please click on the 'Apply' button below. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (<400 words) that outlines how your skills and experience fulfil the requirements of this position.

BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy which is usually three days in the office and two days working from home.

No agency or third-party applications please