Part I and Part 2 Architectural Assistant

Concept Eight Architects; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Concept Eight Architects invites an enthusiastic Part I/II Architectural Assistant to join our Weybridge design studio. You will contribute to design-led residential projects from inception through to completion, using AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.

A friendly, professional team environment supports your development and opportunity for growth. We value strong design skills, clear communication and a passion for interiors, with a focus on delivering high-quality technical outputs and

Qualifications

• Part I - must have passed degree; min 6 months' relevant architectural experience in a UK practice
• Part II - must have passed both degrees; min 12 months' relevant architectural experience in a UK practice
• Enthusiasm for residential architecture and interiors
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken
• Communication skills over telephone with clients, suppliers and professionals
• CAD proficiency in AutoCAD 2D
• SketchUp modelling skills
• Photoshop & InDesign for presentations
• Office suite (Word, Excel) proficiency
• Awareness of AI tools within architectural practice

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the development of project deliverables under senior guidance
• Work on range of design-focused residential projects from inception to completion
• Production of presentation materials, drawings, schedules and specifications
• Submission of planning, listed building and building regulation applications with coordination of technical material

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION –

RAPIDLY DEVELOP YOUR EXPERIENCE ACROSS ALL STAGES OF ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE, WORKING ON DESIGN-FOCUSED PROJECTS FROM INCEPTION TO COMPLETION.

RIBA Part I & II Architectural Assistants

BACKGROUND

Concept Eight are an established design-led architecture and interior design practice dedicated to the creation of imaginative residential buildings. Our work has featured in national and international press, digital publications and recognised by several awards bodies. We are a team of nine and have grown steadily over the past few years. We pride ourselves on offering varied opportunities to all staff, aiding their professional development and remunerating them well with a combination of a competitive salary and an annual bonus.

We operate out of our friendly design studio located in Weybridge, Surrey with our staff living in Surrey and SW London areas such as Clapham, Surbiton, Woking, Guildford and Richmond, all enjoying the benefit of a commute against the traffic. We have excellent staff retention and make great effort to ensure the studio environment is open and friendly, with a strong social atmosphere and focus on a good work-life balance.

The practice specializes in high-value private residential projects and conversions and are occasionally involved in small scale apartment schemes. We approach all projects with a focus on design, balanced with well executed technical solutions. Our team is made up of architects, technologists and interior designers who all bring different skillsets to our projects.

More information on the practice’s work is available on our website: www.concept8.co.uk.

In order to deal with a number of high-profile new commissions, we are now looking to add to our team. We are looking for an appropriately experienced and committed Part I and / or Part II Architectural Assistant who is proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite with a passion for residential architecture as well as interiors.

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

We are currently looking for a proactivedesign focused architectural assistant with plenty of ambition and driveto join our friendly and talented team based out of our design studio in Surrey. You must be CAD proficient and able to work on AutoCAD as well as SketchUp. The right candidate will have the opportunity to work on a range of design-focused residential projects from inception through to completion.

The candidate will have ownership of, and responsibility for, the creation and development of various project deliverables, reporting to a senior member of the team. Typical duties are set out below but will vary from project to project.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Project delivery includes:

• Production of presentation material
• Concept and detail design work
• Technical design development of projects
• Delivery of production information
• Production of reports, drawings, schedules and specifications
• Submission of planning and listed building applications, including writing design and access statements
• Submission of building regulation applications, including coordination of technical material

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

This section sets out the requirements, competencies, skills and qualities that are sought:

Basic requirements

• A desire to develop themselves professionally
• Part I - Must have passed degree, ideally have min 6 months' relevant architectural experience in a UK practice
• Part II - Must have passed both degrees, with a min 12 months' relevant architectural experience in a UK practice
• Enthusiasm for both residential architecture and interiors
• An excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Will need to be able to communicate effectively over the telephone with clients, suppliers and other professionals

IT and other competencies

• Ability to hand-draw and sketch to a decent standard
• Excellent command of CAD (Concept 8 Architects work in AutoCAD 2D)
• Excellent modelling skills (Concept 8 Architects work in SketchUp)
• Good presentation skills (Photoshop & InDesign) - essential
• Good command of office systems (Word, Excel) - essential
• Good understanding of AI tools and how these can be used appropriately within architectural practice.

Professional practice skills

The candidate should be able to demonstrate competence in most, if not all, of the following areas. The level of responsibility and autonomy expected will be appropriate to the candidate's experience and qualification level:

• Excellent design skills, with the ability to explore and present thoughtful options for review and development
• Understanding of detailing and basic building technologies, materials and how they are assembled. Experience with technical drawings.
• Understanding of technical standards, regulatory frameworks and CDM / H&S requirements

Office requirements

• Personable, sociable and a positive member of the team
• Office management tasks shared by all team members in the office
• Actively contribute to studio discussions and design reviews
• Be willing to share ideas and constructively review colleagues' work
• Collaborate across project teams and support colleagues where required
• Have the opportunity to participate in the practice's social and sporting activities

by close of business on Wednesday 30 September 2026