Architectural Assistant

Bimplus; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus in East Oxfordshire is seeking an enthusiastic Architectural Assistant to join a growing studio. You will work closely with project leads across the design and development stages, contributing to a varied hotel portfolio and learning through hands-on experience.

The role offers immediate start, office-based working, and the chance to develop technical skills using AutoCAD, SketchUp and Enscape while contributing to high-quality drawings and project documentation.

Qualifications

• Part 1 or Part 2 architectural education required.
• Experience or confidence using AutoCAD, SketchUp and Enscape.
• Strong understanding of architectural drawing production.
• Organised, proactive and detail-oriented with good teamwork.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to work from East Oxfordshire office.

Responsibilities

• Support project leads across the RIBA work stages.
• Assist with design and development of projects.
• Produce and develop architectural drawings.
• Support project documentation and drawing production.
• Work across a hotel-focused portfolio.
• Contribute to timely, quality work and team collaboration.
• Gain hands-on experience across project lifecycle.

Skills

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Part 1/Part 2 education

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

Job description

Location: East Oxfordshire
Salary: £20,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Office-based
Start Date: Immediate

Join a Growing Architecture Studio

We are working with a small but well-established architecture studio in East Oxfordshire that is looking to add an Architectural Assistant to its collaborative team.

The practice is working across a varied portfolio of exciting projects and is particularly busy with hotel schemes at present. This is an excellent opportunity for a Part 1 or Part 2 Architectural Assistant who is keen to gain broad project experience, develop their technical skills and play an important role within a growing practice.

With an immediate start available, the successful candidate will join a supportive environment where there is plenty of opportunity to learn from experienced project leads and become involved across the full project lifecycle.

The Role

Working alongside the project leads, you will contribute across the RIBA work stages and help ensure projects are delivered to a high standard and within agreed timescales.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting project leads across the RIBA work stages
• Assisting with the design and development of projects
• Producing and developing architectural drawings
• Supporting ongoing project documentation and drawing production
• Working across a varied portfolio, including current hotel schemes
• Helping to ensure quality work is produced in a timely manner
• Collaborating with the wider team throughout the project lifecycle
• Developing your technical and professional knowledge through hands-on project experience

About You

We're looking for an enthusiastic Architectural Assistant who is keen to learn and develop within a collaborative studio environment.

You will ideally have:

• Part 1 or Part 2 architectural education
• Experience or confidence using AutoCAD, SketchUp and Enscape
• A good understanding of architectural design and drawing production
• An organised and proactive approach to your work
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilitiesThe ability to work from the office in East Oxfordshire
• A full UK driving licence, due to the location of the studio

What's on Offer

• £20,000 – £30,000 salary, reflective of education and experience
• Opportunity to work across the RIBA work stages
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of exciting projects
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Excellent opportunity to develop your architectural and technical skills
• Long-term opportunity to play an important role in the continued growth and success of the practice