Senior Architect

Derek Garden Centre is seeking to recruit a highly experienced, motivated and qualified Warranted Architect to join our team on a full-time basis.

The successful candidate will take a leading role in managing, coordinating and overseeing the company’s ongoing and future large-scale construction and landscaping projects.

This is a senior position requiring a hands-on professional with strong technical expertise, excellent project management capabilities and the ability to take full responsibility for projects from initial concept and planning through to construction and final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale architectural, structural and civil engineering projects.
• Prepare, review and oversee architectural drawings, technical designs and construction specifications.
• Oversee structural works, foundations, retaining walls, excavation, drainage, roads and infrastructure.
• Manage and coordinate major landscaping and external development projects.
• Supervise contractors, subcontractors, consultants and construction teams.
• Coordinate planning applications, permits and regulatory approvals.
• Monitor project budgets, construction schedules, quality and overall progress.
• Carry out regular site inspections and resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building regulations, health and safety requirements and professional standards.
• Report directly to company management on project progress, costs and development plans.

Requirements and Experience:

• Valid Perit warrant and appropriate professional registration.
• Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or a relevant structural engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven track record in managing substantial construction, structural and civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, structural systems and building materials.
• Experience in project management, budgeting, site supervision and contractor coordination.
• Knowledge of planning procedures and regulatory requirements in Malta.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative and take ownership of projects.
• Experience in commercial developments, infrastructure, large-scale landscaping, earthworks, drainage systems and external construction will be considered a strong advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Opportunity to lead significant ongoing and future development projects.
• A senior position with direct involvement in the company’s strategic development.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, details of their professional qualifications and warrant, together with a portfolio or summary of significant projects previously undertaken by email on nick@derekmalta.com

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Derek Garden Centre – Malta