Part 2 Architectural Assistant/ Architectural Technician in Guildford)

Penguin Recruitment; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Part 2 Architectural Assistant or Architectural Technician to join their Retail Team in Guildford. This role involves managing retail fit-out projects, producing technical drawings, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in retail architecture, along with strong technical skills in Revit and AutoCAD. The position offers a hybrid working model and various benefits, including professional development support.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

1/2-day flexi time each calendar month

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Increases to 23 days after 2 years

Increases to 26 days after 7 years

Professional development and CPD support

Friendly, collaborative team culture

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• RIBA Part 2 qualified or Architectural Technology degree with UK experience.
• Experience in retail architecture or commercial fit-out projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver retail fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Produce technical and presentation drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Liaise with clients and contractors for project delivery.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

RIBA Part 2

Architectural Technology degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Part 2 Architectural Assistant/ Architectural Technician

Reference: KDGUI87

Location: Guildford

Salary: £27-35,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic architectural professional, including Part 2 Architectural Assistants or Architectural Technicians, to join a busy Retail Team based in Guildford, working on retail design and fit-out projects for a global client.

Benefits:

* Hybrid working model (office/home flexibility)

* 1/2-day flexi time each calendar month

* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* Increases to 23 days after 2 years of service

* Increases to 26 days after 7 years of service

* Professional development and CPD support

* Friendly, collaborative team culture

* Exposure to high-profile global retail clients

* Employee wellbeing initiatives

Daily Duties:

* Manage and deliver retail fit-out and refurbishment projects from concept through to completion

* Produce technical and presentation drawings using Revit and AutoCAD

* Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery

* Attend meetings and carry out site visits where necessary

* Coordinate with the wider design and delivery team to meet project deadlines

* Ensure all work complies with relevant regulations and client brand standards

* Adapt to working on multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities effectively

Ideal Candidate:

* RIBA Part 2 qualified or Architectural Technology degree with several years UK based experience

* Experience in retail architecture or commercial fit-out projects

* Strong technical and design skills with a practical, solutions-oriented approach

* Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD (essential)

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work independently and within a team environment

* Detail-oriented, with excellent time management and problem-solving abilities

* Relevant architectural qualifications or equivalent professional experience