Senior Project Architect / Technologist

About the role

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Project Architect / Technologist to lead the delivery of high‑quality, regulation‑compliant architectural design from concept through construction for life‑sciences, pharmaceutical and advanced‑technology projects. Based in the Little Island office in Cork, the role reports to the CSA Department Manager and works closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and manage scope, programme, budget and deliverables across architectural projects.
• Lead preparation of detailed architectural design and construction information for contractor issue.
• Ensure full compliance with Irish Building Regulations, especially Part B (Fire Safety) and Part M (Disability Access).
• Support Fire Safety Certificate (FSC) and Disability Access Certificate (DAC) submissions.
• Resolve complex technical and detailing issues in coordination with structural, MEP and specialist consultants.
• Act as the architectural technical point of contact for assigned projects and communicate with project managers, clients, consultants and contractors.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to junior team members.
• Support construction‑stage activities by responding to technical queries and providing site input when required.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years post‑qualification experience as an Architectural Technologist.
• Proven experience delivering detailed design and construction packages for life‑sciences projects.
• Strong knowledge of Part B (Fire Safety) and Part M (Access & Use) compliance.
• Understanding of statutory approvals, including planning, FSC and DAC.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

• High‑level proficiency in AutoCAD.
• High‑level proficiency in Revit.