How to win: Lead Designer, Architect, Conservation Architect, CDM Principal Designer and Building Safety Act Principal Designer

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Below is a summary please refer to the Job pack for detailed information Thetford Town Council is seeking to appoint a single consultant practice to undertake the roles of: • Lead Designer; • Architect; • Conservation Architect; • Principal Designer (CDM Regulations); • Principal Designer (Building Safety Act). The successful consultant shall lead and coordinate the design for the Development Phase and prepare the project design for submission of the NLHF Delivery Phase Application. The consultant will work closely with the Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Structural Engineer and specialist advisers to prepare a robust and fully costed proposal capable of supporting a successful National Lottery Heritage Fund Delivery Phase application. The NLHF Delivery Phase application will be managed by the Client Team and appointed Project Manager, however, the Architect may be required to attend NLHF meetings and workshops from time to time as reasonably requested by the Client or Project Manager. Equality, Inclusion & Environmental Sustainability The project is shaped by NLHF's investment principles and Thetford's identity as a richly diverse town. Commissioned work should

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