Architectural Assistant

redfish solutions ltd; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

redfish solutions ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an Architectural Assistant / Junior Technical Designer to support workplace fit-out projects from concept through construction. You will develop technical drawings, coordinate with design and delivery teams, and help maintain drawing packages using Revit.

The role suits candidates who are technically minded, detail-oriented and eager to grow in commercial interiors.

Qualifications

• Experience in architectural, interior design, technical design or fit-out environments.
• Strong Revit skills are essential.
• Experience on commercial workplace fit-out projects is ideal.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the production and development of technical drawings and design information using Revit.
• Support the design team in developing workplace interiors from concept through to technical design and construction.
• Produce detailed GA drawings, layouts, elevations, sections, reflected ceiling plans and construction details.
• Assist with the coordination of architectural, interior design, MEP and other specialist information.
• Develop and maintain accurate Revit models and drawing packages throughout the project lifecycle.
• Incorporate design changes and respond to project requirements, RFIs and technical queries.
• Assist with reviewing drawings and information for accuracy, coordination and buildability.
• Liaise with designers, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders as required.
• Support site teams with technical information and help resolve design and coordination issues during construction.
• Assist with material, finish and product selections and incorporate these into design information where required.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions and other project documentation.
• Contribute to ensuring projects are delivered to the required design, quality and programme standards.

Skills

Revit

Technical drawing

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and technically capable Architectural Assistant / Junior Technical Designer to join a growing workplace design and build fit-out business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their technical design and project delivery experience within a fast-paced commercial interiors environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the design, project management and construction teams, supporting the delivery of workplace fit-out projects from initial design development through to construction and completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the production and development of technical drawings and design information using Revit.
• Support the design team in developing workplace interiors from concept through to technical design and construction.
• Produce detailed GA drawings, layouts, elevations, sections, reflected ceiling plans and construction details.
• Assist with the coordination of architectural, interior design, MEP and other specialist information.
• Develop and maintain accurate Revit models and drawing packages throughout the project lifecycle.
• Incorporate design changes and respond to project requirements, RFIs and technical queries.
• Assist with reviewing drawings and information for accuracy, coordination and buildability.
• Liaise with designers, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders as required.
• Support site teams with technical information and help resolve design and coordination issues during construction.
• Assist with material, finish and product selections and incorporate these into design information where required.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions and other project documentation.
• Contribute to ensuring projects are delivered to the required design, quality and programme standards.

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience within an architectural, interior design, technical design or fit-out environment.
• Strong Revit skills are essential, with the ability to produce and develop coordinated technical drawings and models.
• Ideally, experience working on commercial workplace fit-out projects or a strong understanding of workplace interiors.
• Good understanding of architectural and interior construction detailing.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Understanding of construction processes, materials and buildability.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to producing technical information.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary design and delivery team.
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is technically minded, detail-oriented and keen to develop their career within workplace design and build. You will ideally have some previous exposure to commercial interiors or workplace fit-out and be confident using Revit to produce high-quality technical information.

This role would suit an Architectural Assistant, Part 2 Architectural Assistant, Junior Technical Designer or Junior Interior Designer looking to gain further hands-on experience across the design and delivery of workplace fit-out projects.