Architect

Facade Today; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Company pension

On-site parking

Job summary

Bood Group in Bristol is seeking an Architect or Technologist to design projects from concept through construction, ensuring alignment with client goals and regulatory requirements.

You will develop detailed plans using Vectorworks and SketchUp, contribute to feasibility studies, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and perform site visits. The role requires hands-on construction knowledge and a keen eye for joinery details, with opportunities to shape diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Architecture, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant architectural and creative software.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for good design.
• Hands-on construction experience that provides insight into building processes.
• Strong understanding of joinery techniques and materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive architectural designs, using Vectorworks and SketchUp to create detailed plans and 3D models.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, concept and detailed designs.
• Produce planning, building regulations and construction drawings.
• Participate in design team meetings and liaise with consultants and contractors.
• Conduct site visits and assist with surveys, reports and project administration.
• Stay up to date with building regulations, planning policies and construction standards.

Skills

Architectural design

Project coordination

Tools

Vectorworks

SketchUp

Job description

Bood Group

Bood Group is a growing architecture company based in the South West, balancing design expertise with construction understanding. This foundation allows us to create homes that are imaginative and inspiring - yet always practical and buildable. It also gives us the depth of shared knowledge to guid our clients through every stage of the design and construction process.

From new homes to extensions, heritage projects to contemporary developments - we can be as involved as our clients needs us to be.

Role Description

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Architect or Technologist to join our creative team, dedicated to transforming visions into inspiring built environments. In this role, based in Bristol, they will design projects from concept through construction, ensuring that every detail aligns with client goals.

• Develop comprehensive architectural designs, using software such as Vectorworks and SketchUp to create detailed plans and 3D models.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, concept and detailed designs.
• Produce planning, building regulations and construction drawings.
• Participate in design team meetings and liaise with consultants and contractors.
• Conduct site visits and assist with surveys, reports and project administration.
• Stay up to date with building regulations, planning policies and construction standards.

Experience

• Strong background in Architecture, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant architectural and creative software.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for good design.
• Hands-on construction experience that provides insight into building processes.
• Strong understanding of joinery techniques and materials.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and coordinate complex design details effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of UK planning and building regulations.

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• On-site parking