Experienced Part 2/recently qualified Architect

Our client is a well-established 18 person practice working on a range of sectors including Commercial, Residential and Retail. They are currently looking for good all-rounders with between 2-4 years of UK experience post RIBA Part 2, with sound construction and building regulations knowledge and be comfortable liaising with clients and project teams. This could be an experienced Part 2 Assistant or a recently qualified Architect. This practice is primarily office based but can offer a discretionary 1 day working from home.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the efficient delivery of the architectural services identified in the project brief, to the agreed deadlines.
• Working around constraining factors such as town planning legislation, environmental impact and project budget.
• Engaging with clients, consultants and contractor teams.
• Developing project briefs in conjunction with the client.
• Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts.
• Applying for planning permission and advice from building control and other legislative bodies.
• Preparing technical design and specification information for construction.
• Visiting site and resolving any problems that may arise during construction.
• Integrating sustainable design and ethos into existing and new projects.
• Delivering the highest quality of drawn and written output at all times.

Skills and experience:

• At least two years’ experience in UK post-Part 2.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience working in ArchiCAD is an advantage.
• Design-focused with passion for detailing and materiality.
• Sound technical grounding with experience working to building codes and practice standards.
• Leadership skills as well as the ability to work well in a team and direct junior staff.
• Experience liaising with contractors and the contract administration processes.

Attributes:

• Excellent presentation skills, both verbally, written and drawing.
• A proactive and enthusiastic personality with strong interpersonal skills; well organized.
• Strong and engaged team player.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

This is a superb opportunity to join a lively and creative practice with excellent opportunities for career development.

Salary: £35-45,000

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