Senior Architect – New Build Housing Setúbal

Senior Architect – New Build Housing
Setúbal
Setúbal, Setubal, Portugal

Criterion Portugal’s Build to Sell Resi Platform, launched in 2022, has a current pipeline of over 2400 units with a GDV of over €1. 2bn :

Alma Gardens, Miraflores 175 units
Alma Hills, Miraflores 212 units
Vista Vale, Porto Salvo 90 units
Alma 9 30 units
Green Side, Talaide 897 units
Par
Q, Paco de Arcos 246 units
Belas Clube Campo, Belas 200 units
Quinta da Granja, Benfica 345 units
B10 & B11, Amadora 135 units
E10, Amadora 76 units
Alges, Alges 27 units
We are a lean and agile
- on organisation, driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and meticulously controlling costs and challenging the norm. We have ambitious growth plans with continued land acquisitions in Greater Lisbon. Job Summary
The Senior Architect will oversee all aspects of architectural design and engineering across the company's residential developments, from concept to execution. This role involves working closely with internal development teams, external architects, consultants, and construction partners to ensure the designs meet the brief, has been optimized for value and are delivered on time. Key Responsibilities
Employer’s Requirements
Lead the development and refinement of Employer’s Requirements (ERs) across all projects. Ensure ERs are consistently applied across design phases and remain aligned with our commercial goals. Licensing & Urban Planning
Navigate and support the licensing process, acting as liaison with municipal authorities. Conduct PDM (Plano Diretor Municipal) analysis, contribute to massing studies, and evaluate zoning feasibility. Design Coordination
Appoint, lead, and manage external architectural and engineering consultants. Ensure seamless integration of design disciplines and alignment with ERs and project budgets. Design Optimisation
Champion
- effective design solutions tailored to affordable housing needs. Refine unit layouts for regulatory compliance, functional flow, and market appeal. Design Team Management
Oversee contractual and invoicing processes for design consultants, maintaining financial controlclosely with internal development teams, external architects, consultants, and construction partners to ensure the designs meet the brief, has been optimized for value and are delivered on time. Land Acquisitions
Assist the acquisition team with assessing sites and producing capacity studies
Marketing & Sales Support
Lead on the appointment and delivery of sales and marketing collateral, liaising with the
- house sales & marketing team
Candidate Profile
Experience10+ years of architectural experience, with a strong experience in affordable housing and familiarity with Portuguese urban licensing processes. Technical Skills
Advanced knowledge of construction detailing and material specification
Experience in value engineering and
-
- budget processes
Solid understanding of Portuguese planning and construction regulations
Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and external consultants
Personal Attributes
Self-motivated, organised, and
- focused
Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
Creative thinker with meticulous attention to detail and a drive to challenge convention