Job Description
BPTW is looking for an experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistant to lead on a number of exciting masterplanning projects for urban extensions and large scale new neighbourhoods within the UK as well as assisting in the development of design proposals and solutions for residential-led outline and detailed planning applications.
The role
We are looking for a designer, who is a team player, and willing to progress within our growing Urban Design Team. Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate aptitude and drive towards project ownership and delivery. They will have professional, post qualification (Part 2/Part 3) experience in an urban design and masterplanning practice, or an architectural practice, working on the delivery of larger-scale UK residential-led masterplanning projects. They will have project experience in developing masterplan layouts, contributing to feasibility studies, preparing Planning Applications, writing reports and developing presentations.
The role will include running smaller projects and working within a project team on larger urban design projects. The successful candidate will have excellent written, verbal and graphic communication skills, and be proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, CAD and hand-drawing. Good knowledge of urban design best practice and UK planning policy is essential.
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to deal directly with clients is a must, as well as being comfortable with working in an open-plan multi-team studio.
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- Some experience of working in an Architectural or urban design and masterplanning practice
- Excellent verbal and graphic communication skills
- Good knowledge of urban design best practice and UK planning policy
- Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up & AutoCAD
- Confidence and ability to contribute to larger projects and lead on aspects of smaller projects
- Experience in preparing planning applications
- Understanding of and able to contribute to feasibility studies
- Adept in report writing
- Ability to design and develop engaging presentations
- Strong hand-drawing skills
Person Specification
- Passionate about design and the creative process
- Self-motivated and effective in collaborative team environments
- Ability to plan, manage and prioritise workload & communicate requirements effectively
- Confident, enthusiastic and positive attitude with the ability to build relationships externally and across the Practice
- Strong communication skills
- Collaborative approach, consistent to share information, knowledge and resources
- Regularly encouraging opportunities for others to develop (particularly when leading projects or aspects of projects)
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Information
- Job Title: Architectural Assistant Part II, Architectural Designer, Urban Designer
- Category: Urban Design, Architecture, Masterplanning
- Job Type: Full Time
- Software: Sketchup, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator
- On-Site / Remote: On-site
- Sectors: Residential (Affordable Housing), Residential, Mixed-Use, Masterplanning
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to and confidently lead key aspects of urban design and masterplanning projects
- Strong design skills and ability to effectively communicate ideas appropriate to the type of project and client
- Ability to quickly develop project ownership related to project delivery and next steps: e.g. overall project narrative, outputs required, presentations, consultation exercises
- Able to manage day to day activities on a project: e.g. setting work, managing and overseeing workload of design assistants and monitoring progress
- Mentor and advise urban design assistants as appropriate
- Establish and document project requirements clearly
- Prepare background planning and site analysis and development of feasibility studies
- Prepare reports, presentations and interim and final reports, as required
- Ability to convincingly lead and present at internal, client, consultation and formal meetings and events
- Administer project related information in line with standards and procedures of the Practice
- Update Associate on project progress & key issues
About Us
The BPTW Urban Design Team are looking to expand their growing team. Based in our Greenwich studio, our team is looking for those who share our values, which include being passionate, collaborative, creative and respectful. We know urban design has the power to transform places, and we deliver projects that contribute to more successful and sustainable places.
With a strong design-led portfolio of masterplans, feasibility studies, outline and reserved matters planning application and urban regeneration projects. The team is looking for candidates who have post graduate experience in masterplanning, working with national housebuilders or smaller SME’s to deliver successful new neighbourhoods.
Company Culture
We offer an open, collaborative, and interactive working environment, which promotes the sharing of ideas and enables creativity to flourish. Teamwork is important to us, and our office culture aspires to engender inclusivity at all levels.
Our workplace gender balance, recognition as one of the most diverse UK architecture studios by the AJ100, and multiple industry awards for our employment practices, reflect the benefits of our studio culture.
Benefits
BPTW staff have access to a range of benefits, including but not limited to:
- Healthcare Cashback scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP Helpline
- Free financial advice
- Insurance cover (Life Assurance; Critical Illness; Income protection)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Annual salary reviews
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are an Equal Opportunities employer with a wheelchair accessible studio and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
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