Architectural Designer

DPB Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm is seeking an experienced Architect for a full-time role in Barking, with regular site travel. Responsibilities include preparing design proposals, producing detailed drawings, and ensuring projects meet deadlines. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience, strong Revit and Autocad skills, and excellent communication abilities. Fluent English is essential, and a passion for architecture is a must.

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience in commercial and residential planning work.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting design proposals to clients.
• Producing detailed drawings.
• Preparing tender and planning applications.
• Building relationships with contractors and clients.
• Making site visits to check progress.
• Ensuring projects are completed on time.

Skills

Strong visual awareness

Attention to detail

Strong drawing skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Communication skills

Innovative thinking

Education

At least 3 years experience as an Architect

Tools

Revit

Autocad

Planning Applications

Building Regulations

Job description

About Us

At Planning Bee, our team have over 35 years experience in architectual plans and design within the property sector. We're known for being reliable and producing high quality work, our referrals and returning clients are proof! Our in-house team of Architects, Planning Consultants, Structual Engineers and Interior Designers provide our clients with a unique and custom service. As a team we strive to be the best, and work together to get results. We're always developing our skills, and pushing ourselves further, and if you join our team - you'll have great support from some real experts.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Architect to join our team. This is a full time, onsite role based in Barking, with regular travel to sites. You'll be joining a team of six, in a small business that has a big impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and resenting design proposals to clients.
• Producing detailed drawings.
• Preparing tender and planning applications.
• Building relationships with contractors, clients and other industry proffesionals. This will include negotiating, attending regular meetings and co-ordinating the work of contractors.
• Making site visits to check progress.
• Using problem solving skills to handle requirements and any issues that may arise during the build.
• Ensuring each project is on track to be completed within the agreed time frame.

About You

• We're looking for someone who has strong visual awareness, and attention for detail.
• Strong drawing skills, with the ability to work in 3D would be preferred.
• Innovative with a wide imagination, the ability to think outside the box.
• Strong IT, and Maths skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create and present presentations.
• A multitasker, with great time management skills, that can plan and organise projects.
• A problem solver, that thinks logical, analytical and creative.
• Someone that is always striving for better, and looking to develop their skills with their teams support.
• A passion for the industry.

Required experience for the role

• Revit
• Autocad
• Planning Applications
• Building Regulations
• Commercial and residential planning work
• Atleast 3 years experience as an Architect
• Fluent in written and spoken English

All applications must be sent via email to [e-mail] and must include examples of:

• 2 plans submitted by you for a complex project
• 2 design access statements associated with the above