THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET. 

What drives and inspires us is the belief that we have a responsibility not just to protect the world around us but to have a positive impact on it too.

The Daylesford Farm was founded over 20 years ago and has since become renowned for its pioneering work in sustainable, organic farming and food retail.

Over the past 10 years the brand has expanded into the hospitality sector, operating a growing portfolio high-end holiday cottages, pubs, and wellness Spa and members club, now known as the Bamford Collection.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an Architect to join its in-house architectural design team at our head-office in Gloucestershire, situated on the stunning Daylesford Organic Farm.

Our in-house design team, working in conjunction with the company’s various stakeholders, delivers work that embraces The Bamford Collection core values and responds to the architectural needs of the business.

Successful candidates will work on a wide range of unique and exciting projects from concept to completion.

Salary - £38,000 - £40,000 per annum.

Hours - 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Applicants need to be local to the office, ideally within 20 miles, and have the use of a car.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing projects from concept through to completion
• Refining designs based on client feedback
• Preparing applications for planning permission and building control approval
• Producing detailed architectural drawings and specifications using CAD
• Ensuring all designs comply with current Building Regulations
• Collaborating with engineers, contractors, surveyors, and other professionals
• Conducting site visits to monitor progress and ensure design integrity

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• Excellent design skills together with a passion for architecture.
• Strong AutoCAD experience and hand sketching abilities.
• Excellent communication skills; writing, drawing and face-to-face.
• Confident team leader with a willingness to mentor junior colleagues.
• Strong experience of the UK construction industry, particularly high-end residential and commercial sectors.
• Project management and solid site experience.
• Consultant and contractor coordination.
• Strong technical detailing experience.
• Cotswolds vernacular architecture knowledge.
• Broad knowledge of latest sustainable technologies and their application.
• Excellent presentation skills and experience using Adobe InDesign.
• Enthusiastic about working as part of a dynamic and energetic team, happy to assist wherever required.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.
• Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
• Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
• Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.