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Job Descriptions for Part 1 and Part 2 Placements; Architect and Conservation Architect below:

Part 1 and Part 2

At Hall Black Douglas we believe that it is the passion and commitment of each of our staff that allows us to produce architecture that makes a difference and exceeds our clients expectations.

We will endeavour to ensure that your year out is meaningful and you gain the necessary professional experience to lead you to your next stage in your career.

The practice offers a great range of experience on a wide variety of projects: Current students have worked on Competitions, Community Buildings, Conservation, Masterplanning, Healthcare, Private and Social Housing, Churches, etc.

If you are interested in joining our team, please tell us why and send a CV and Portfolio of a maximum of 6 pdf pages to: admin@hallblackdouglas.co.uk

We look forward to hearing from you.

As a practice are committed to the “RSUA Fair Pay Charter” for Students

ARCHITECT

Are you looking for an architectural home where you can develop your career to the next level?

Hall Black Douglas are looking for individuals who have a passion for architecture and the skill set to deliver quality projects for our clients. Due to projects commencing and progressing in 2024, we are looking for architects at a variety of career stages who are willing to take personal responsibility for their work, within a supportive studio environment.

You would be joining a team of twenty people, working on a wide variety of projects across multiple sectors. Current projects include: Conservation, Health, Leisure, Social Housing, Masterplanning, etc.

Ideally we are looking for an architect who has successfully delivered projects to a high technical standard whilst retaining the original architectural intent. However, we are open to developing early career architects’ potential within the practice and providing opportunities, so attitude and demonstrated ability are equally important to us.

We would encourage applications for this permanent role from those that meet the requirements below:

Essential Criteria:

ARB or RIAI Registered

Demonstration of architectural presentation, design and technical understanding

Desirable Criteria:

Excellent Communication Skills

Proven competency in the delivery of high quality architectural projects

Demonstration of professional training/development post qualification

Delivery of projects using BIM Level 2

Production of detailed Construction Drawing and Specification Packages

Contract Administration of Completed Projects at Construction Stage (UK/Ireland)

Experience of UK or Ireland Contracts

UK/EU Driving Licence

Please submit a written CV and Sample Portfolio (6–10 pages) in PDF Format to:

admin@hallblackdouglas.co.uk

For more information on the practice please visit: www.hallblackdouglas.com

CONSERVATION ARCHITECT

Hall Black Douglas are seeking an experienced Conservation Architect as part of the development of our Conservation team. Building on the success of recent projects and the Architects’ Journal Award for Heritage Project and Heritage Angels Award for Bank Buildings in 2023, we already have a variety of ongoing conservation projects commencing in 2024.

The architect should have conservation accreditation (RIBA/RIAI).

Hall Black Douglas are looking for individuals who have a passion for architecture and the skill set to deliver quality projects for our clients. You would be joining a supportive studio environment with a team of twenty people. We are looking for an architect who has successfully delivered conservation projects to a high technical standard.