Technical Project Architect

3s Architects is seeking an experienced post part 3 project architect to join its team in London.

About us

3s Architects is a small, design-led award-winning architectural practice based in Richmond, south-west London.  We specialise in high quality contemporary residential projects including private house refurbishments and extensions, new build houses, working with listed buildings, and mixed-use developments.

With hundreds of completed projects in and around London, the UK and a growing portfolio of overseas projects, we pride ourselves in designing to a high standard at all stages, from concept to detail and completion. Our approach and work seek innovative contemporary solutions, is authentic and often surprising.

We are looking for a talented and passionate project architect job runner with equal experience in the residential & commercial sector to join our team in running projects from inception through to completion, with a particular focus on the development of preparing technical drawing information & specifications.

Education and experience

An ARB RIBA registered architect with equivalent of minimum five years' post-Part 3 UK experience with a portfolio of high-quality architectural designs and interiors for residential and mixed-use projects.

Skill set:

• proven track record of completed private residential house and mixed-use developments
• work on selected projects RIBA stages minimum 1-5, but with technical construction focus
• excellent sketch and presentation skills
• good knowledge of UK planning and building regulations
• good knowledge of technical detailing & preparing production information
• good experience of contract administration and site assistance
• self-motivated and autonomous but also an integral team player
• excellent communication and client facing skills
• experienced Vectorworks CAD skills

not essential:

• strong visualisation skills including ability to prepare 3d CAD models and visualisations
• record of producing interior shop drawings & designs

Computer skills:

• Vectorworks CAD
• 3D SketchUp / 3D Max
• Render software
• InDesign
• Photoshop
• Word, Excel and other Microsoft programmes

Responsibilities:

• preparation of initial architectural design concepts, space planning, mood boards & initial product specifications
• preparation of CAD scheme proposals and planning applications
• technical development of 1:50, 1:20 & 1:5 CAD detailed designs
• independent coordination with main consultants
• site assistance and contract administration role on selected private residential projects
• preparation of interior concepts sketch designs, mood boards and presentations, lighting layouts, joinery
• growing and maintaining new and existing supplier relationships
• specifying products and materials and coordinating within designs
• liaising with consultants to coordinate designs
• working with 3D visualisers
• communicating with private clients to develop the brief and inform interior proposals and sign-offs
• preparation of written documentations & design and access statements