We have an exciting opportunity for an ARB-registered Architect to join a busy studio in London and to develop your career in a well-structured, supportive environment. We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and ambitious, design-led qualified architect. You will enjoy working as part of a team and excellent communication skills are essential.
- Carry out feasibility, capacity studies and concept design work on individual projects
- Take the “brief” to identify clients’ needs and put together feasibility reports and design proposals
- Support across projects through the early feasibility, concept design and planning stages
- Communicating and presenting design thinking and philosophies to clients and local planning authorities
- Evaluate and advise on refurbishment, re-use, recycling and deconstruction
- With the guidance of the Director, lead on projects from start to finish to ensure high-quality, innovative and functional design
- Take the lead on developing ideas, keeping in mind the client’s needs, building usage and environmental impact
- Compile project specifications and keep within budgets and timelines
- Ensure that all works are carried out to specific standards, building codes, guidelines and regulations
- Where required, conduct site visits to check on project status to provide reports and analysis
- Cooperate and liaise with construction professionals
- Keep up to date with architectural trends and advancements
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Experienced architect with proven design capabilities
- Commitment to developing high-quality design information with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to present and communicate design ideas and concepts
- Good working knowledge of Adobe packages, Revit (an advantage) and Photoshop
- Design experience working in a cross-section of sectors preferred
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- A creative and enthusiastic individual with a passion for design and the ability to work well as part of a team and thrive in a diverse and exciting studio environment
- A keen interest in, and knowledge of, sustainable design would be an advantage
- Good working knowledge of Revit and Adobe packages, including knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp, etc.
- Experience in a range of sectors would be preferred, but not essential
- Ability to work across multiple projects and effectively manage your time
- An ambition to take on responsibility and rapidly grow within the team and practice
- Enjoy working as part of a team in a collaborative and supportive environment