Part 2 Architectural Assistant or Architectural Technologist

Roger Mears Architects; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based architectural practice is seeking a Part 2 Architectural Assistant or an Architectural Technologist to support a variety of projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification, experience related to RIBA stages, and exhibit excellent communication and drafting skills. The role includes managing projects, preparing designs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The company fosters a creative and inclusive environment, offering flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits.

Benefits

20 days holiday + 3 discretionary days

Flexible working hours

Private health insurance

Team lunches and drinks

Statutory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Part II Qualified, with preference for UK work experience.
• Interest in conservation and historic buildings.
• Experience with a variety of RIBA stages.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations.
• Driving license is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare designs for planning approval and building consent.
• Ensure compliance with CDM and Building Safety requirements.
• Prepare detailed designs and specifications.
• Oversee projects on site including inspections.
• Maintain project within financial goals and deadlines.
• Report on project progress to Partners/Project Architects.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Drafting skills

Organizational skills

Proactive

Education

CIAT qualification or equivalent

Part II qualification

Tools

Vectorworks

Job description

Part 2 Architectural Assistant or an Architectural Technologist

We are an established London-based practice, with a growing portfolio of work across a diverse range of sectors, with a team of hands-on Partners, skilled Architects and Architectural Technologists.

We are seeking a Part 2 Architectural Assistant (some UK work experience desirable) or an Architectural Technologist. Applicants should ideally be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to demonstrate excellent communication and drafting skills.The ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines set by project leads is a key skill.

You will be supporting the team on projects across a variety of sectors including cultural buildings, places of worship, residential, commercial and retail. Many buildings are listed, including some heritage-at-risk sites. Therefore, experience or a keen interest in conservation and historical buildings would be advantageous.

This role requires taking responsibility for projects from start to finish, including preparing drawings and specifications, working collaboratively with a Partner or Project Architect. For some projects, you will be required to liaise directly with clients, consultants and contractors; on others, you will work collaboratively in an in-house team.

Role & Responsibilities

• Working on numerous projects from inception to completion RIBA stages 0-7
• Preparing designs and submission for planning approval, listed building consent
• Ensuring CDM and Building Safety requirements are satisfied P
• Preparing detailed designs, working drawings and specifications;
• Overseeing projects on site including site inspections
• Up-to-date knowledge of the latest statutory building regulations
• Ensure the running of the project is kept within the financial goal and deadlines
• Working alone and within small teams as projects require
• Positive and team playing, with a flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and collaborating
• Proactiveness and self-motivation, with the ability to take initiative in response to direction from Project Architects and Partners
• Strong organisational skills to manage a varied design or technical workload
• Reporting to the Partners/Project Architects on project progress
• Some projects are outside of London and will require travel.

Required Skills & Experience for an Architectural Assistant

• Part II Qualified, some UK work experience is desirable
• Some understanding of working on historic buildings, interest in conservation
• Experience of working through a variety of RIBA stages
• Able to demonstrate a practical approach and some experience of construction detailing
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations
• Good working knowledge of Vectorworks would be advantageous
• Applicant must be based in the UK and be able to show evidence of eligibility to work in the UK
• A driving license is advantageous

Required Skills & Experience for an Architectural Technologist

The primary aim is to support projects by developing projects from concept through to technical design and specification and liaising with other in-house design team members.

The successful candidate will have:

• A CIAT qualification, or a university degree in Architectural Technology or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years’ UK work experience in a building design capacity, including extensive experience of production information on residential projects
• An interest in conservation and experience of working on historic buildings
• A good working knowledge of current construction techniques, Building Regulations etc.
• Vectorworks proficiency would be advantageous

Our office islocated very close to Highbury & Islington tube station. We are a family-friendly practice and are fully equipped for remote working. We can discuss flexible working hours if this is suitable for you.

What you can expect

• Full-time or Part-time position (to suit candidate)
• Salary dependent on experience
• 20 days holiday + 3 discretionary days between Christmas/New Year + bank holidays
• Statutory pension scheme
• Flexible working, hybrid working
• Private health insurance (after qualifying period)
• Social office – regular team lunches/drinks etc

We are looking for creative, passionate individuals. You are encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description. At RMA, everyone brings their unique talents to work as a team and produce great architectural solutions. We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new hire is an opportunity for us to bring in a different perspective, and we are always eager to further diversify our Practice. RMA is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do your best and most rewarding work of your career.

How to apply:

Please apply with yourcover letter and portfolio.

We regret that due to the number of applications, we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.

No agencies, please.