Healthcare Lead - HLM Architects

Would you like to be part of an employee-owned, multi award-winning architecture practice whose desire is to make spaces and places that improve lives?

We are looking for a Healthcare Lead to complement our friendly dynamic team in Dublin and drive healthcare design and project delivery across Ireland.

We are a UK & Ireland practice with strong connections across all of our studios in Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow, Sheffield, Cardiff, Plymouth, Birmingham and London. We work collaboratively as one team structured by sector, sharing resources, knowledge and skills.

Ranked as one of the top 25 largest practices in the UK this year, other recent accolades include:  

Best Companies Top 50 Best Mid-sized Companies to work for 2023.
Winner Building Awards: Architectural Practice of the Year 2022 & 2023
Winner Building Awards: Every Person Counts, the people strategy award.
Winner RSUA Design Awards – Altnagelvin Hospital
Winner Irish Design & Excellence Awards 2022– Healthcare Project of the Year – NCH Satellite Centre at Tallaght University Hospital
Winner AJ100 Sustainability Innovation of the Year 2022.
Winner AJ100 Awards Employer of the Year Award 2021.

A fully qualified architect with a minimum of ten (10) years’ post qualification experience, you will exhibit the following skills / experience:

A min. of 10 yrs full professional membership with RIAI/RIBA or equivalent and recognised professional body.
Public Works Contract Administration (PW-CF1 or/and PW-CF2, NEC4) and D&B contract.
Ideally, proven project delivery in the Irish construction sector with a full knowledge of the statutory permissions (Planning/FSC/DAC), Irish Building Regulations, including BC(A)R process and acting as Design Certifier.
Excellent working knowledge of HBN’s and HTM’s, RoI healthcare policy and understanding of Health Service Executive structure and commissioning strategies across Regional Health Authorities.
Strong Experience with Delivery of CWMF (stage i-v) process or equivalent EU Public Procurement rules in the Healthcare Sector as follows:
- At least 1nr completed building project with a minimum value of €35m or a gross floor area greater than 7,500sq.m.
- At least 1nr completed major project with construction value greater than €10m (excl. VAT) on a live site. A live site is defined as a site with one of more buildings needing to remain occupied and operational for the duration of the project.
- At least 1nr programme of projects for 1nr client of at least 3nr projects running simultaneously with a value >€5m per project.
Experience of successful project selection, bidding and specialist healthcare networking connections.
Ideally, strong experience in leading large-scale projects and project teams and managing the preparation of presentation, statutory permissions, tender and construction documentation / specifications, and project delivery and post-evaluation.
Proven ability to manage client relationships / client satisfaction
A passion for design excellence and the environment
Possess Excellent communication and Management skills, (verbal, written and presentation).
A sound understanding of and commitment to sustainable building design and delivery
Ability to administer professional services and construction contracts
Proven experience managing health and safety in design
Experience of Information Management (BIM) to ISO 16950
Proven working knowledge in Revit, InDesign, MS suite capability is essential.

This is an opportunity to join our team and develop your career in Ireland. You will bring energy and determination to help grow our Dublin presence, exploiting your skills and expertise and ensuring that we deliver exceptional service to our clients.

We offer a generous remuneration package, which includes a blended work model with a flexible approach to studio and remote working, along with a friendly studio environment, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. We are also an Employee Owned Trust, which means our employees have a sense of ownership, a say in our direction and are rewarded for the part they play in our future success.

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging matter deeply to us. We want everyone to feel welcome and supported to thrive. If you need any adjustments to the application or interview process, just let our HR team know and we’ll be happy to support you.

If you think this role could be for you, please send your CV and examples of your work.

Those shortlisted will be contacted.

HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Dublin studio

Working at HLM

We offer a blended work model with a flexible approach to studio and remote working, recognising lifestyles are complex and we all have competing responsibilities. Our SMARTBlend approach supports job sharing, part-time, term time and staggered hours, home working, back to work schemes for parents, keeping in touch days, career breaks, sabbaticals and condensed hours. We recognise no one size fits all. Providing a great studio environment is only part of the equation and flexible ways of working gives us more richness, diversity and choice for how we can work most effectively.

We are committed to supporting our employees with their well-being. Employees can access resources through our Health cash plan and EAP scheme such as a screening and self-management app which contains a range of evidence-based techniques and access to a human-led therapy service. We also have a team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders across our studios, who work together to support staff and raise awareness through regular campaigns.

The HLM Academy supports everyone along their career pathway – capturing passions, driving innovation, and developing the necessary skills to navigate our ever-evolving world. We recognise learning is not just a one-off event. From fostering an inclusive mindset to leveraging cutting-edge methodologies, we’re committed to lifelong learning. And through the Academy and our MentoringPLUS programme, we provide our employees with access to the tools, resources and opportunities to succeed. We support everyone to become firmly established in their role by helping to lay strong foundations and develop the skills and experience necessary to thrive.

SMARTBlend

We offer a blended work model with a flexible approach to studio and remote working, recognising lifestyles are complex and we all have competing responsibilities. Our SMARTBlend approach supports job sharing, part-time, term time and staggered hours, home working, back to work schemes for parents, keeping in touch days, career breaks, sabbaticals and condensed hours. We recognise no one size fits all. Providing a great studio environment is only part of the equation and flexible ways of working gives us more richness, diversity and choice for how we can work most effectively.

Wellness and recognition

We are committed to supporting our employees with their well-being. Employees can access resources through our Health cash plan and EAP scheme such as a screening and self-management app which contains a range of evidence-based techniques and access to a human-led therapy service. We also have a team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders across our studios, who work together to support staff and raise awareness through regular campaigns.

HLM Academy

The HLM Academy supports everyone along their career pathway – capturing passions, driving innovation, and developing the necessary skills to navigate our ever-evolving world. We recognise learning is not just a one-off event. From fostering an inclusive mindset to leveraging cutting-edge methodologies, we’re committed to lifelong learning. And through the Academy and our MentoringPLUS programme, we provide our employees with access to the tools, resources and opportunities to succeed. We support everyone to become firmly established in their role by helping to lay strong foundations and develop the skills and experience necessary to thrive.

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