Policies & Accreditations

Training & Development

Paul McAlister Architects are committed to the training and development of its staff throughout their careers.

We want everyone to fulfil their potential. All staff are encouraged to follow a Continuous Professional Development programme and are supported in maintaining the appropriate professional memberships (RIBA, ARB etc.) and moving up through the membership grades to full Member, Fellow or Chartered status. Training is carried out both in-house and externally and development needs are tailored to the employees’ and Practice requirements through regular staff reviews followed by the implementation and monitoring of personal development. Training may include anything from regular basic Health & Safety or CDM updates, general work and life skills, such as presentation skills, first aid and marketing, to professional qualifications including HNC, HND, degrees and specialised areas like BREEAM assessor or Principal Designer.

The ongoing training and development of our team builds knowledge, skills, enjoyment and confidence. It is an integral part of our Continuous Improvement plan and ensures we continue to meet and exceed our quality objectives.

Equal Opportunities

Paul McAlister Architects are committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our employees. We aim to achieve an environment in which employees will be drawn from all sections of our society, where each individual is respected and able to achieve their full potential.

Environmental Policy

Paul McAlister Architects operate a quality system in accordance with the environmental requirements of BS EN ISO 14001:2015

Quality Management Policy

Paul McAlister Architects operate a quality system in accordance with the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001:2015

Health & Safety Policy

Health and Safety is a fundamental consideration for all architects and designers. It should be part of everyday working both with activities inside the office and on every project. There is both a legal and professional responsibility to ensure the understanding and application of health and safety principles at all times. Our Health and Safety policy sets out the standards and principles for the practice.

Accreditations

Passivhaus Institut - The Passivhaus (Passive House) standard for energy efficiency in buildings reduces the ecological footprint. It results in ultra-low energy buildings that require little energy for space heating or cooling.

Passivhaus Institut - The Passivhaus (Passive House) standard for energy efficiency in buildings reduces the ecological footprint. It results in ultra-low energy buildings that require little energy for space heating or cooling.

ISO 9001 - 2015 is a world wide recognised set of rules which companies implement with the aim of enhancing product or service quality within their organisation

ISO 9001 - 2015 is a world wide recognised set of rules which companies implement with the aim of enhancing product or service quality within their organisation

ISO 14001 - 2015 is principally a worldwide recognised set of rules which companies implement with the aim of enhancing product or service quality within their organisation.

ISO 14001 - 2015 is principally a worldwide recognised set of rules which companies implement with the aim of enhancing product or service quality within their organisation.

Constructionline is a directory of more than 12500 pre-qualified UK construction contractors and consultants. Owned and endorsed by the Department of Trade and Industry.

Constructionline is a directory of more than 12500 pre-qualified UK construction contractors and consultants. Owned and endorsed by the Department of Trade and Industry.

Safety Schemes In Procurement (SSIP) - acts as an umbrella organisation to facilitate mutual recognition between health and safety pre-qualification schemes wherever it is practicable to do so.

Safety Schemes In Procurement (SSIP) - acts as an umbrella organisation to facilitate mutual recognition between health and safety pre-qualification schemes wherever it is practicable to do so.

Elmhurst’s government approved On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) energy assessor. SAP Calculation services and new build Energy Performance Certificates.

Elmhurst’s government approved On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) energy assessor. SAP Calculation services and new build Energy Performance Certificates.

Memberships

Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) - The RSUA is in alliance with the Royal Institute of British Architects and 99% of its members are members of RIBA

Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) - The RSUA is in alliance with the Royal Institute of British Architects and 99% of its members are members of RIBA

Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) - Professional association of architects in the United Kingdom along with international members.

Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) - Professional association of architects in the United Kingdom along with international members.

Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) - The RIAI is the Registration Body and Competent Authority for Architects in Ireland.

Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) - The RIAI is the Registration Body and Competent Authority for Architects in Ireland.

Architects Registration Board (ARB) - Protecting the consumer and safeguarding the reputation of architects.

Architects Registration Board (ARB) - Protecting the consumer and safeguarding the reputation of architects.

RIBA Conversation Registrant - Paul McAlister has a strong interest in conservation of historic buildings. In 2018 and 2019 he completed training in advanced conservation for historic buildings and is a registered RIBA Conversation Registrant.

RIBA Conversation Registrant - Paul McAlister has a strong interest in conservation of historic buildings. In 2018 and 2019 he completed training in advanced conservation for historic buildings and is a registered RIBA Conversation Registrant.

Association for Project Management - United Kingdom based organisation dedicated to advancing the science of project management and the professional development of project managers.

Association for Project Management - United Kingdom based organisation dedicated to advancing the science of project management and the professional development of project managers.

Construction Skills Register - The Construction Skills Register (CSR) is a register of construction workers living in Northern Ireland who have completed the industry approved CSR health and safety training.

Construction Skills Register - The Construction Skills Register (CSR) is a register of construction workers living in Northern Ireland who have completed the industry approved CSR health and safety training.

International Passive House Association - The international network for Passive House knowledge; promoting the Passive House Standard worldwide.

International Passive House Association - The international network for Passive House knowledge; promoting the Passive House Standard worldwide.

The Passivhaus Trust is an independent, non-profit organisation that provides leadership in the UK for the adoption of the Passivhaus standard and methodology.

The Passivhaus Trust is an independent, non-profit organisation that provides leadership in the UK for the adoption of the Passivhaus standard and methodology.

The Passive House Association of Ireland (PHAI) is a catalyst for the increased awareness of the opportunities and benefits of low energy design based on the Passive House principles.

The Passive House Association of Ireland (PHAI) is a catalyst for the increased awareness of the opportunities and benefits of low energy design based on the Passive House principles.