Part II Architectural Assistant / Recently qualified Architect

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Part II Architectural Assistant / Recently qualified Architect

Edinburgh

The successful candidate will be required to work as part of our team to develop initial scheme design, prepare Planning Submission drawings, coordinated drawing packages, Building Warrant submissions and site visits.

The role
You will contribute to a range of projects across Scotland and northern England with responsibilities likely to include:

• Design development from feasibility and concept through to detailed proposals
• Strong technical ability and able to produce technical design and production information through RIBA Stages 3-5
• Coordination with consultants, specialists and contractors
• Good communication skills and ability to work with external consultants and clients
• Site visits, inspections and support during construction
• Responsibilities will evolve in line with your experience, interests and strengths.

We are looking for someone who is

• Motivated and eager to succeed within their profession
• Comfortable at preparing drawings for Planning or Building Warrant Submissions
• Good technical skills and knowledge that can be developed within the practice
• Proactive and willing to take on responsibilities
• Fluent in AutoCAD and/or REVIT
• Sketchup/Vray 3D rendering experience would be beneficial but not essential
• Knowledge of NBS Spec Writing (dependent on position being applied for)

Professional development
We actively support professional development, including structured CPD, mentoring, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility within the practice. We have in the past mentored several Part 2 students who have went on the become chartered architects.
Depending on a candidates experience and ambition, we are supportive and encourage further training relevant to the workplace.

We offer

• competitive salary, dependant on experience
• bonus culture
• membership of company's pension scheme with employer contributions
• Chartership fees - we are a RIAS and RIBA Practice
• 32 days annual leave allowance inclusive of bank holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Salary

Competitive

Contract length

Permanent

Full/part time

Full Time, office based

Advert posted

1 September 2026

Closing date

25 September 2026

Practice

McLaren Murdoch & Hamilton
229 Balgreen Road
EDINBURGH EH11 2RZ
United Kingdom

Contact

Edinburgh@mm-h.co.uk
http://www.mm-h.co.uk