ARCHITECT / PART II ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT

An award-winning architectural studio based in North-West London (zone 2) is looking for a BIM/CAD-proficient Architect / Part II Architectural Assistant to join our friendly dynamic international team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a young ambitious professional to raise his or her profile and gain invaluable experience on some of the most prestigious hi-end private and commercial residential projects in and around London.

Responsibilities:

• Architectural design throughout all RIBA stages;
• Planning and Listed Building Consent applications;
• Building Control submissions;
• Conceptual and detailed construction drawings in AutoDesk Revit and AutoCAD;
• Collaboration with other professional Consultants;
• Interaction with product suppliers and manufacturers;
• Preparing specifications;
• Performing measured surveys;
• Attending construction site;
• Working as part of a team or leading a small team;
• Reporting to the Project Leader and/or the Director.

Candidate’s qualities:

• Good-humoured;
• Fluent written and spoken English;
• Experience on hi-end residential projects;
• Experience on refurbishment projects;
• Strong detailing skills;
• Conceptual skills;
• Site experience;
• Expert knowledge of AutoDesk Revit (with experience in BIM Level 2 collaboration);
• Good knowledge of AutoCAD;
• Experience and interest in the interior design is an advantage;
• Hand-drawing and physical modelling skills are an advantage;
• Architectural qualification no lower than RIBA Part II or equivalent;
• At least 1 year of practical experience in the UK.

Job particulars:

• Permanent employment (subject to 2 months’ probation period);
• Working hours 9 am - 6 pm, Monday to Friday;
• Holiday provisions - 20 working days plus statutory bank and public holidays, plus one additional day for each completed year of employment;
• Enrollment to the company pension scheme;
• Support in obtaining further qualifications;
• Payment of professional membership costs;
• Training and professional development

Salary is negotiable depending on Candidate’s skills and experience;

References from previous employers will be required.

To be included with the Application:

• Cover letter (no more than 1 x A4 page) summarising Applicant’s relevant skills and experience;
• CV (no more than 2 x A4 pages) detailing Applicant’s skills, experience and career path;
• Samples of work (no more than 10 x A3 or A4 sheets), ideally including:
  • Construction drawings;
  • Construction details;
  • Conceptual sketches and diagrams;
  • CGIs and photos of physical models;
  • Photos of completed projects