Architect

Gaunt Francis Architects; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative architecture firm is seeking a recently qualified Architect to join their Cardiff studio. This role offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with core days in a purpose-designed city centre office. You will be involved in all stages of project design, applying your technical knowledge and advanced presentation skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the design process, be capable of producing detailed drawings, and possess excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will shape high-quality designs and projects, all while enjoying a supportive work culture with flexible hours and various benefits.

Benefits

Health care plan

Employer pension scheme

28-days leave

Office closed between Christmas and New Year

Flexible working hours

City Centre office location

Childcare Voucher scheme

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Recently qualified Architect with job-running skills and high-quality design track record.
• Ability to manage projects according to RIBA Plan of Work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out architectural tasks under supervision and as part of a team.
• Produce CAD/Revit drawings efficiently and accurately.

Skills

Revit

CAD

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Architectural Qualification

Tools

Revit

CAD Software

Job description

Department: Architecture

Location: Cardiff

Description
We are looking for a recently qualified Architect with job-running skills and a track record of high quality design for our Cardiff studio. Hybrid working is available, with core days in our city centre, purpose designed studio.
Architects will carry out architectural tasks under the supervision of a project leader, usually as part of a team. They will be expected to have reasonable technical knowledge and be able to apply this to all stages of project design. They will have advanced presentation skills, and competence with Revit.

Personal Qualities

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organised and efficient with attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively, efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Flexible approach to work
• Positive and 'can-do' attitude
• Self-motivated
• Committed
• Clear thinker
• Strong team player who can work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Good time management

Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Design

• An excellent understanding of the design process.
• Ability to translate concept into detail design and understand how to identify and design key construction details.
• Ability to manage a project in accordance with the RIBA Plan of Work.
• Flexibility and openness in approach and willingness to work as a team player.

Delivery

• Ability to produce CAD/Revit drawings efficiently.
• Consistency and Accuracy.
• Commitment to implementing GFA Management Systems.
• A detailed understanding of how to detail for compliance requirements e.g. building regulations.
• Detailed knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types.
• Detailed knowledge of town planning procedures.

Skills

• Reasonable level of Revit skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite applications.
• Good presentation skills, both verbally and visually using software and hand drawing skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interpret instructions.
• Ability to work within a team effectively and deliver tight deadlines on time and on budget.
• Ability to cope with change e.g. to brief, programme or role.
• Ability to liaise and co-ordinate other disciplines/team members.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to supervise other members of staff.
• Ability to balance work and continuous professional development/educational requirements.

Benefits

• Health care plan (up to diagnosis, available at the next annual company registration period after probation).
• Employer pension scheme in line with current legislation.
• 28-days leave including bank holidays, with 1 day added per year of service up to a maximum of 5 additional.
• Office closed between Christmas and New Year (no need to use up leave allocation).
• Flexible working hours.
• City Centre office location.
• Childcare Voucher scheme.
• Death in service benefit.