Newly Qualified Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Wytham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RIBA-chartered practice

Exposure to conservation projects

Professional development

Career progression

Work with experienced architects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Newly Qualified Architect in Oxfordshire for a friendly, RIBA-chartered practice focused on conservation and sustainability.

The role offers exposure to historic buildings across concept through to completion, with an experienced team to develop technical and design skills and a range of conservation and heritage projects.

Qualifications

• AR B registration or equivalent professional qualification.
• RIBA qualification or recent professional qualification.
• Experience in UK-based architectural practice, ideally with conservation exposure.
• Interest in historic buildings and sustainable architectural design.
• Good design and technical abilities for existing and historic buildings.
• Experience across stages from concept to construction.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and producing precise drawings.
• Understanding of UK planning, building regulations and conservation requirements.
• Strong communication, organisation and teamwork.
• Full clean driving licence and ability to travel within Oxfordshire.

Responsibilities

• Support projects across RIBA stages from concepts to construction.
• Develop creative proposals for historic and existing buildings.
• Produce high-quality architectural drawings and technical information.
• Assist with conservation, repair, restoration and sensitive adaptation.
• Apply sustainable design to improve performance and longevity.
• Collaborate with senior architects, clients and consultants.
• Assist with planning, listed building and other applications.
• Support project delivery with specifications and coordination.
• Gain experience in contract administration and construction-stage services.
• Develop understanding of conservation principles and planning requirements.
• Take an active role in design development and learning from the team.

Skills

Conservation design

Project lifecycle experience

Teamwork

Communication

Planning knowledge

Education

ARB registration

RIBA qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Newly Qualified Architect

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: £34-39,000

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Newly Qualified Architect with an interest in building conservation to join a friendly, RIBA-chartered practice based in Oxfordshire.

The practice has a strong focus on sustainability and historic buildings, with a passion for enhancing and breathing new life into existing structures through thoughtful, innovative and sensitive design. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified Architect to join an experienced team, develop their technical and design skills and gain valuable experience across a range of conservation and heritage projects from concept through to completion.

Requirements

• ARB registration and RIBA qualification, or recently achieved professional qualification.
• Relevant UK-based architectural experience, ideally with some exposure to conservation, heritage or historic buildings.
• A genuine interest in historic buildings, building conservation and sustainable architectural design.
• Good design and technical abilities, with an understanding of how existing and historic buildings can be sensitively repaired, adapted and enhanced.
• Experience working across different project stages, from early design and concept development through to technical design and construction.
• Good proficiency in AutoCAD, with the ability to produce accurate drawings and design information.
• A basic understanding of UK planning, building regulations and conservation requirements.
• Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside colleagues, clients and consultants.
• A full, clean driving licence, access to a car and the ability to travel within the Oxfordshire region would be advantageous.

Role

• Supporting and contributing to projects across a range of RIBA stages, from initial concepts and feasibility through to construction.
• Developing creative and sensitive architectural proposals for historic, traditional and existing buildings.
• Producing high-quality architectural drawings, technical information and presentation material.
• Assisting with conservation, repair, restoration and sensitive adaptation projects.
• Applying sustainable design principles to help improve the performance, usability and longevity of existing buildings.
• Working closely with senior architects, clients, consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning, listed building and other relevant applications.
• Supporting project delivery by assisting with programmes, specifications, technical information and coordination.
• Gaining experience of contract administration and construction-stage services as part of your professional development.
• Developing your understanding of conservation principles, planning requirements and the technical challenges associated with historic buildings.
• Taking an active role within the practice, contributing to design development and learning from experienced members of the team.

Benefits

• The opportunity to join a friendly and well-established RIBA-chartered practice.
• The chance to work on an exciting and varied portfolio of historic, heritage and conservation projects.
• A supportive environment designed to help newly qualified Architects develop their technical and professional skills.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience across multiple RIBA stages and project types.
• Exposure to the conservation, restoration, repair and sensitive adaptation of historic and existing buildings.
• The chance to develop specialist knowledge in building conservation, heritage and sustainable design.
• Opportunities for continued professional development, learning and career progression.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced architects and other built environment professionals.
• A rewarding role where you can contribute to thoughtful, sustainable and high-quality architectural projects while continuing to develop your career.