The Executive Architect is a permanent, full-time position appointed to the City Architects Department. This role carries responsibility for the management and successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of major and minor capital projects, in line with agreed programmes, across the full spectrum of architectural services. It also includes responsibility for the management and supervision of assigned staff.
The postholder will work under the direction and control of the City Architect or Senior Executive Architect (designated Line Manager), or another officer as designated by the Director of Services or the Chief Executive.

Duties:

• Leading the design and delivery of projects, which may include civic buildings, libraries, fire stations, housing schemes, and regeneration initiatives.
• Designing and delivering improvements to community facilities, public spaces, and infrastructure.
• Acting as Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP) and as Design Certifier/Assigned Certifier where required.
• Managing design teams and supervising staff.
• Overseeing all stages of construction, from procurement to completion.
• Preparing project plans, reports, and budgets, and ensuring targets and deadlines are met.
• Representing the City Council at meetings and engaging effectively with stakeholders.

Further information is available in the Job Specification and Candidate Information Booklet available on our website.