Architect / Senior Designer

Job description

Company Description

Irish Stone specialises in designing and delivering extraordinary hard landscaping and façade solutions using natural stone. Combining the expertise of architects and contractors, the company ensures seamless transitions from conceptual ideas to practical applications. With a focus on innovative, eco-conscious designs, Irish Stone emphasizes detail refinement and value engineering. The company is committed to crafting beautifully designed projects that showcase the versatility and sustainability of natural stone.

Role Description

This is a full-time role as an Architect/Senior Designer, based in Hillsborough, Co Down, Northern Ireland. There is generally a requirement to be in the office 5 days per week, although on-site working and home working will sometimes also be required/available.

This role is wide ranging and requires involvement from surveys, feasibility studies and budgeting, up to design development, technical submissions, fabrication drawings, on-site installation and contract management.

The sectors of employment are also varied ranging from residential to commercial, civic and conservation. Interior fitouts, new and historic facades and exterior landscapes and public realm works.

The locations are ever growing, Belfast, Dublin, Edinburgh, London and increasingly in UAE. Regular short trips will be frequent.

The product range is more restrictive. Just natural stone, with some low carbon, sustainable alternatives.

No natural stone experience is necessary but the following is essential;

· 10+ years of onsite experience

· 5+ years of contract management

· Ability with AutoCAD

· Being able to be self-motivated and lead a team

· Ability to react quickly and seize opportunities

· A outgoing personality who continually upsells

· Licence, passport and a love for travel

The following is desired;

· ARB or CITA registered

· Ability with Photoshop

· Ability with surveying equipment

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Gym membership
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hillsborough

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English