Architectural Designer

Sert Group; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic architecture firm in the UK is seeking a recent graduate with a background in architecture or the built environment. The role is hybrid requiring some office attendance, focusing on producing technical drawings and supporting planning processes. Ideal candidates will have experience with AutoCAD and InDesign. The firm values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing programme

Company pensions

Bonus Scheme

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe InDesign, AutoCAD and Adobe Photoshop is essential.
• Experience in domestic retrofit and the application of PAS 2035 is desirable.
• Strong Microsoft Office Skills; specifically in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical drawings including floor plans and thermal bridging details in AutoCAD.
• Prioritise workload to align with the scheduled pipeline.
• Understand and maintain knowledge of industry developments regarding Retrofit Design.
• Maintain and continually develop internal design templates.
• Support the Planning Permission and Approvals process.
• Develop relationships with Local Authority planning teams.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexible attitude

Education

Degree in an architecture-related field

Job description

We are looking for a recent graduate with an architectural or built environment background, someone who is familiar with building physics and has experience using software tools such as AutoCAD and InDesign. You will be a team player and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid role so travel into the office will be required a couple of days a week.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical drawings including floor plans and thermal bridging details in AutoCAD.
• Prioritise workload to align with the scheduled pipeline, considering Internal stakeholders, Installers and customer availability.
• Understand and maintain knowledge of industry developments in regard to Retrofit Design, PAS2035, PAS2030:2023 and RdSAP.
• Maintain and continually develop internal design templates.
• Support the Planning Permission and Approvals process for Community Home Solutions. This includes submitting planning applications, liaising with stakeholders at Local Authorities as well as households as necessary.
• Develop relationships with Local Authority planning teams to understand specific needs and requirements for each of the core councils we work with.

Skills, Experience And Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in an architecture-related field, built environment or similar
• Essential: Experience with Adobe InDesign, AutoCAD and Adobe Photoshop
• Desirable: Experience in domestic retrofit and the application of PAS 2035
• Strong Microsoft Office Skills; Excel specifically
• Attention to detail, accuracy and effective organisational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads
• Flexible attitude

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing programme
• Company pensions
• Bonus Scheme
• Development opportunities

At SERT, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where equal opportunities thrive. We recognise that diversity, equity and inclusion are vital to our success, driving innovation and excellence. Our goal is to attract, nurture and retain the very best talent from all walks of life. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of every background, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, family or parental status, or any other characteristic that makes you unique.