Architect (Building Safety & Fire)

The construction industry is changing. The impact of AI, the regulatory reset following Grenfell, the housing crisis, and the realities of the climate crisis are reshaping how buildings are conceived, delivered, and managed. In this context, the traditional role of the architect, as it has often been defined, is under pressure. Professional agency has been eroded in parts of the industry, and many architects understandably question where their skills now sit and how they create meaningful value. At Hollis, we believe that our existing building stock is central to the future of the built environment. This requires a shift towards a more engaged, technically grounded, and realistic understanding of how buildings actually perform over time.…