At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our London team to design and manage architectural projects from start to finish.
- Company: Dynamic architectural consultancy with a focus on innovative design solutions.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment.
- Other info: Engage with an international network and contribute to diverse design resources.
- Why this job: Make your mark in architecture while working on exciting, high-profile projects.
- Qualifications: MArch or equivalent, with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are seeking a talented Architectural Assistant (Part II ARB) to join our London team. This is a broad, hands-on position suited to a graduate architect who wants to work across the full project lifecycle — from design development and production information through to construction delivery and close-out — within a technically demanding, multi-disciplinary environment.
The role supports both design production and Employer’s Agent functions on JCT Design, maintaining coordinated federated models with structural and MEP consultants. Responsibilities include:
- Prepare and manage planning applications, listed building consent, prior approval and Change of Use submissions as required.
- Draft and review Employer’s Requirements volumes, including spatial briefs, performance specifications, and material schedules.
- Maintain project documentation in accordance with ISO 19650 standards and ESA UK naming and revision conventions.
- Assist in preparing Employer’s Agent instructions, Request for Information responses, and formal contract correspondence.
- Review and comment on Contractor’s Proposals, design development submissions, method statements, and material approval requests.
- Attend and minute design team coordination meetings, client review meetings, and site progress meetings.
- Engage with the practice mentorship programme and ESA Group’s international network, contributing knowledge and design resources across the group as needed.
Qualifications:
- MArch or equivalent qualification at ARB/RIBA Part 2 level from a validated school of architecture (UK or internationally recognised equivalent).
- Minimum 1 year of post-Part 2 practice experience in a UK architectural or multi-disciplinary consultancy.
- Proficiency in Revit (mandatory) and AutoCAD; ability to produce fully coordinated, dimensionally accurate drawing sets.
- Working knowledge of UK planning legislation, Building Regulations (Approved Documents), and statutory consents processes.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication in English.
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
Person Specification:
- Essential: MArch or equivalent qualification at ARB/RIBA Part 2 level from a validated school of architecture (UK or internationally recognised equivalent).
- Minimum 1 year of post-Part 2 practice experience in a UK architectural or multi-disciplinary consultancy.
- Proficiency in Revit (mandatory) and AutoCAD; ability to produce fully coordinated, dimensionally accurate drawing sets.
- Working knowledge of UK planning legislation, Building Regulations (Approved Documents), and statutory consents processes.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication in English.
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
Desirable:
- Experience in luxury retail, high-end hospitality, or premium commercial fit-out; familiarity with brand environment delivery.
- Knowledge of JCT Design.
Junior Architectural Design Consultant employer: ESA engineering
Join our dynamic London team as a Junior Architectural Design Consultant, where you'll thrive in a collaborative and innovative work culture that values creativity and professional growth. We offer a supportive environment with mentorship opportunities, exposure to diverse projects, and the chance to engage with an international network of design professionals, making it an ideal place for aspiring architects to develop their skills and make a meaningful impact.
