Part II Architectural Assistant/Architect

A long-established RIBA Chartered Practice based in Colchester that operates across a number of different sectors including residential, mixed-use, education, commercial, industrial, masterplanning and health & special care is seeking either 'Part II Architectural Assistant', 'Technician' or 'Senior Architect' to join their team.

You will assist the team in delivering a number of architectural projects across the UK in a variety of different sectors.

Essential & Desirable Skills:

• Applicants must demonstrate excellent design and will be encouraged to contribute their talents in the evolving designs.
• They work in many sectors, so the successful team member will have the opportunity to develop their experience.
• An understanding of design software packages including Revit, Microstation, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.
• An understanding of UK Building Regulations and RIBA stage 1-4.
• The preparation of detailed drawings and specifications.
• Experience within the Residential sector
• Experience within Commercial an advantage.
• ARB/RIBA Architect min 5+ years post Part III UK experience
• Contributing towards the strategic growth of the office.
• Identifying and winning business through the existing company contacts & networking events.
• Managing and growing the existing team.
• Experienced in networking and client facing roles.
• Overseeing the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion.
• Good communication skills and comfortably liaising with clients
• A desire to progress your career to Directorship level
• Mentor Part I and Part II Architectural Assistance
• Analyse and create detailed drawings and specifications
• Good knowledge of building regulations and planning applications
• Supervising construction of buildings to ensure projects meet deadlines

Benefits:

• Salary up to £29,000 - £42,000 (DOE)
• Mentoring programme with experienced Architects
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Annual Discretionary pay review
• 23 days annual leave exclusive of bank and public holidays
• Bonus day for your birthday
• All professional subscriptions paid following successful completion of probationary period
• Hybrid working pattern (3 days office, 2 days home) and flexible hours (core hours 10am-4pm)
• Using our digital HR software platform, you will have access to a rewards feature called ‘Perks at Work’ which offers discounts on cinema tickets, theme park tickets, travel arrangements, mobile phone contracts, retail stores and more.