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Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 47,000 - 52,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Architect - Berkshire / Wiltshire / Oxfordshire

Position: Architect Salary: £47,000 - £58,000 + Benefits
Location: Swindon (office-based with regional projects)

I'm currently working with a well-established regional contractor operating across Berkshire, Wiltshire, and Oxfordshire. They are looking to strengthen their in-house design capability with the addition of an architect, based out of their Swindon office.This business specialises in delivering technically complex projects, with a strong focus on MEP-intensive and highly controlled environments, and has a secured pipeline of work into 2026 and beyond.

Sectors Include

Life Sciences & Laboratories - research facilities, pharmaceutical labs, and specialist R&D environments
Clean Rooms & Controlled Environments - ISO-classified spaces, manufacturing clean rooms, and precision production facilities
Healthcare & Clinical Spaces - treatment facilities, surgical environments, and specialist healthcare buildings
Advanced Manufacturing - high-spec production spaces with complex servicing requirements
Data & Technology Facilities - highly serviced buildings requiring robust infrastructure and coordination
Commercial & Technical Fit-Outs - high-end, MEP-heavy office and operational spaces
About the RoleThis is a key role within a contractor-led, multi-disciplinary environment. You'll be heavily involved in design development, technical coordination, and pre-construction planning, ensuring designs are aligned with the practicalities of delivery on site.You'll work closely with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and consultants, so this would suit someone who enjoys a collaborative, fast-paced environment where technical detail, buildability, and problem-solving are essential.
Key Responsibilities

Lead design development across RIBA stages with a strong technical focus
Produce detailed drawings and construction-ready information
Work directly with delivery teams to resolve complex design challenges
Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and clients
Ensure compliance with building regulations and technical standards
Salary & Benefits

£47,000 - £58,000 (depending on experience)
Car allowance / travel support
Annual performance bonus
Company pension
Private healthcare
Excellent progression and professional development
If you'd like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays Southampton. 

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