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The Role:

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‍We are currently looking for an exceptionally creative, ambitious and collaborative Part II Architectural Assistant to join a highly talented, growing team in Central London.

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As an Architectural Assistant, your main responsibility will be to create and improve drawings with a keen sense of design. You'll also be responsible for producing models, images, and other documents related to both design and technical aspects, primarily for residential projects across all RIBA stages.

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Working on a variety of stimulating projects, including new-build, retrofit, extensions, and additions to buildings in sensitive or heritage contexts; from domestic to large-scale residential and mixed-use work. Their main focus is always on creating top-notch designs.

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‍Requirements:

• Minimum of one year of experience at the Part I level within a UK architectural studio, or design-oriented practice.
• Proficiency in 2D CAD software and excellent command of Sketchup and V-ray.
• Producing exceptional visuals and illustrations with post-production editing skills
• Proficiency in teamwork, combined with the capacity to work independently with time management skills.
• A functional understanding of the UK planning system.
• Prior project involvement spanning RIBA Stages 0 to 2 is a bonus

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Why Work Here:

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In this collaborative environment, the client's team of highly successful architects and directors brings invaluable experience and encouragement to help you thrive in your career. This nurturing atmosphere fuels passion and offers exciting long-term career opportunities.

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You'll enjoy benefits like hybrid work options, flexible hours, trips away and exciting social activities. The role is based at the client's London studio in Central London.

What is your role:

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You'll have the privilege of collaborating with an award-winning team on expansive international residential and commercial development projects, which include mixed-use masterplans and resort masterplans. We are currently seeking a project architect who embodies talent and ambition, capable of working on a diverse array of project types, scales, and stages. This presents a remarkable opportunity to join a rapidly growing architectural practice and contribute to luxurious international projects spanning the entire RIBA stages 0 to 7, mainly in the Middle East.

What makes you good at your job:

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To be considered for this position, we are looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:

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Professional Registration: You should be registered with ARB (Architects Registration Board) or a member of RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects).

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UK Post Qualification Experience: You should have a minimum of 2-3 years of post-qualification experience in the United Kingdom.

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Middle-East or International Project or Experience: It's essential that you have previous experience working on notable projects in the Middle East region or international projects.

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Job-Running Skills: You should have a proven track record of effectively managing projects and experience in overseeing projects across all stages.

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Creative Design Capabilities: Your portfolio should showcase excellent creative design skills, demonstrating your ability to generate innovative architectural concepts.

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Comprehensive Design and Construction Experience: You should have hands-on experience in all stages of the design and construction process, highlighting your ability to take projects from conception to completion.

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Software Proficiency: Proficiency in various 2D and 3D software tools is required, including Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, and InDesign.

What the role includes:

• You will collaborate with the design team to develop project plans, concepts and designs for commercial and mixed-use projects
• You will lead the production of project documentation, including detailed drawings, specifications, and schedules
• You will manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure successful project delivery
• You will coordinate with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and consultants
• You will provide technical guidance and support to project team members
• You will create building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design(CAD) applications
• You will plan, develop and implement building designs, packages, details, within budget.
• You will write and present reports, proposals, applications and contracts
• You will adapt plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction

 Why work here:

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An award-winning growing practice who believes that collaboration is key and overtime is not necessary. This is an opportunity to grow and build on your experience gaining full exposure on high profile international projects. An office based role offering a generous bonus scheme, pension scheme  and great holiday package.

What is your role:

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Join a dynamic and award-winning team as they embark on large-scale residential and commercial development projects, including mixed-use masterplans. With a track record of successfully completing significant projects both in the Middle East and London, they are now seeking talented and ambitious architects and architectural assistants to become integral members of their growing team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of project types, sizes, and phases. You'll be exposed to diverse architectural challenges and have the chance to actively contribute to the expansion of the firm's impressive portfolio working from concept to completion.

Your responsibilities may include:

• responsibility for the design at all stages and construction packages
• preparing, developing and editing, drawings, models, images and other documents relating to the design
• coordinating with the design team to establish and develop building type, style, cost etc.
• coordinating with and reviewing information from the wider design team, engineers, consultants, contractors and client bodies.
• preparing design presentations
• construction documentation including detailing, schedules and specifications
• corresponding with contractors and reviewing shop-drawings and submittals
• monitor construction work in progress to ensure compliance with the design

 Candidates should:

• have excellent creative design capabilities, demonstrated by a portfolio
• have excellent graphic, communication and organisational skills
• have previous professional experience in an architectural firm undertaking the responsibilities above
• demonstrate their experience in all stages of design and construction administration
• have good interpersonal skills and willingness to collaborate with and support your design team
• be proactive, work efficiently and systematically with the design team within an energetic and fast paced environment to meet project demands
• have a high sense of responsibility, and a flexible open attitude towards new ways of working and ability to handle multiple roles within a growing office
• have 2D and 3D software knowledge including Revit, Microstation (and/or AutoCAD), Rhino, 3D studio Max, Photoshop and InDesign
• be eligible to work in the UK

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Why work here:

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An award-winning growing practice who believes that collaboration is key and overtime is not necessary. This is an opportunity to grow and build on your experience gaining full exposure on high profile international projects. An office based role offering a generous bonus scheme, pension scheme  and great holiday package.

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Summary of Role:

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We are looking for a Project Technologist to work directly with the studio's Associates, Associate Directors and with a team of project architects – collating, organising, investigating and producing technical information for use during the development of the project design.

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Adopting the role of Project Lead from the commencement of RIBA Stage 4 (Detail Design) until RIBA Stage 6 Completion/Handover.

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Ideal Candidate:

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The ideal candidate will be proficient in running medium-sized projects from Stage 3 onwards. Experience in leading a team – with the capability of liaising with clients and consultants effectively – is essential.

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The right candidate will have experience in BIM and will have worked in a 3D environment, with knowledge about clash detection, coordinating with consultants' information. ArchiCAD experience would be ideal as well as experience in medium to large-scale residential and/or educational sector projects.

Duties and responsibilities:

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Working with the Project Architect to:

• Develop Architectural Design
• Organise technical data.
• Prepare submission documents.
• Present design proposals.

Acting as Project Leader to:

• Lead detailed design and production efforts
• Serve as the Project Leader
• Liase with clients
• Collaborate with contractors on Design & Build projects
• Develop and present comprehensive design proposals
• Offer guidance on deliverable scheduling
• Oversee the internal project team
• Lead design coordination across the broader team
• Assist in the detailed design process and coordinate design information
• Incorporate Acoustic and Fire reports into detailed design
• Create construction work specifications
• Prepare necessary drawings and documents for regulatory approvals
• Attend and document Design Team Meetings and Co-ordination meetings
• Contribute to design-stage risk assessments
• Make site visits and record findings of site inspections
• Respond to site queries and Requests for Information.
• Prepare drawings, plans and documentation as required by the Contractor.
• Attend Design Team Meetings and Co-ordination meetings, record minutes and prepare any associated documentation
• Prepare Construction Record drawings and documentation
• Assist with the production of Construction Record drawings.  

The Client:

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You will be joining a dynamic multi-disciplinary practice of Architects, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners, and Interior Designers. Winning awards for our diverse projects in the public and private sectors, focusing on sustainable environments that enrich communities with projects nationally and internationally.

With offices in Kent, London, Birmingham, and Sheffield, they are expanding and seeking an Architectural Technologist to join their Kent studios. You'll work and lead on exciting projects and enjoy a competitive salary, flexible hours, 2 days wfh, health benefits, and support for professional development.

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The Company:

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Our client is seeking a Junior Architectural Technician to join their growing team on a permanent basis. As a respected architectural studio, they are led by four accomplished directors and supported by a dedicated team of 20 professionals. With 35 years of experience in the field and a unique status as an Employee Owned Trust, they have established themselves as a reputable architectural firm located a short walk from Guildford station.

Summary of Role:

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This opportunity provides valuable hands-on experience, collaborating closely with a Senior Technician / Technologist, encompassing tasks such as site visits, contributing to technical drawings and surveys, and more. Any previous experience in developing comprehensive packages would be greatly advantageous. Your primary areas of focus will be within the residential and education sectors, with prior expertise in these domains being beneficial, but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the team on UK, large-scale residential, education, healthcare and masterplan projects
• Generate architectural solutions and develop technical detailing
• Drafting responsibilities, predominantly focusing on RIBA stages 3-4
• Show your commitment and develop yourself professionally within the practice.
• Use AutoCAD and Revit extensively on a daily basis    

Ideal Candidate:

• a BTEC level 3, HNC, or HND qualification in construction
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit, along with a grasp of the design workflow
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to produce detailed drawings
• A good understanding of UK building regulations
• Able to take instruction well and use your own initiative when required
• Comfortable assisting the team on projects and working on detailed drawings
• Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail
• Collaborate effectively within a team, with excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Embrace a flexible and open mindset when tackling problem-solving tasks

‍Why Work Here:

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In this close-knit and collaborative environment, some staff members have dedicated over two decades to the company, beginning as juniors and now holding directorial positions. This nurturing atmosphere fosters passion and presents a long-term opportunity, abundant with career progression prospects. The role will be based at our client’s studio in Guildford (free car parking and train station a short walk away) with opportunities to work from home one day per week. The applicant must have the legal right to work in the UK.

What is your role:

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You will typically work on a major client account, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders (both inside and outside the organisation), and managing a project team. Most of the projects are in the commercial sectors, such as data centres, logistics, offices, retail, and hospitality.

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A large proportion of their work is based outside the UK so travel opportunities are available for those wishing to experience working on projects somewhere new. This is an executive practice and you will need to have strong technical experience stages 3 onwards.

What makes you good at your job:

• You have a minimum of at least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience, preferably across all project work stages in a relevant sector
• Ideally you will have experience working on Data Centres, Pharmaceutical and or Hospitals.
• You are a RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience and a good understanding of UK, US or EU permitting and construction
• A strong track-record of delivering projects through RIBA Stages 4, 5 and 6
• You are able to demonstrate a high level of technical detailing skill
• You have strong design skills and technical knowledge.
• You have solid working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Being a fluent speaker of French of German would be a great advantage.  

‍Why work here:

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One of the top ranked AJ100 practices, this is growing firm going from success to success. With 8 offices in the UK and around the world they offer full architectural, implementation and project management services from initial site appraisals to post construction close out and evaluation for projects worldwide.

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You will be joining a team of 40 talented staff in the Winchester office and will be offered 3 days work from home 2 days in the office, 4 week salary annual bonus (company performance led), over 45 hrs worked time off in lieu or overtime paid, pension 4% and more.