Architect OR Experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistant

Penguin Recruitment; Winchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable architectural practice in Winchester seeks a talented Architect to join their dynamic team. The role focuses on technical and construction stages of projects, ensuring design quality and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates have proven experience across all work stages, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp. This position offers an opportunity to work on award-winning projects in a supportive studio culture.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on award-winning projects

Collaborative studio culture

Career development through training

Hands-on involvement in prestigious commissions

Qualifications

• Proven experience across all work stages, particularly in technical and construction.
• Strong technical knowledge with detailing skills.
• Confident in contract administration and post-planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects on site, ensuring design quality through to completion.
• Manage contract administration and coordinate with contractors.
• Prepare and review technical drawings and documentation.

Skills

Technical knowledge and detailing skills

Contract administration

Communication and team collaboration

Workload management

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in SketchUp

Fluency in English

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

Architect

Location: Winchester

Salary: £34-38,000 DOE

**Also considering Experienced Part 2 Architectural Assistant's**

A multi-award-winning architectural practice based in the historic city of Winchester is seeking a talented Architect to join its dynamic team. Known for delivering high-quality, design-led residential architecture- particularly bespoke one-off homes, this practice works with exceptional clients and inspiring sites to create innovative, thoughtful buildings. The role will focus primarily on the technical and construction stages of projects, with opportunities to work across all RIBA work stages.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on award-winning, design-led residential projects
• Collaborative, sociable, and supportive studio culture
• Beautiful Winchester location with inspiring local surroundings
• Hands-on involvement in prestigious one-off house commissions
• Career development through training and varied project exposure
• Chance to work closely with clients, consultants, and contractors

Daily Duties

• Lead projects on site, ensuring design quality through to completion
• Manage contract administration and coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and consultants
• Oversee post-planning requirements, including conditions compliance and CIL matters
• Prepare and review detailed technical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and CDM regulations
• Apply architectural concepts across multiple scales with a strong eye for detail
• Communicate effectively with clients and the wider project team to ensure successful delivery

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience across all work stages, with a focus on technical and construction stages
• Strong technical knowledge and detailing skills, including specification writing
• Confident in contract administration and understanding of post-planning processes
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Ability to manage workload independently while contributing to a team environment
• Proficient in AutoCAD and SketchUp (Revit knowledge advantageous)
• Friendly, proactive, and comfortable working in a sociable studio environment
• Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal skills

To apply, please contact KAZ on 01792365003 OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to [e-mail] I hope to hear from you soon.