Part I Architectural Assistant

Lesliejones; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Part I Architectural Assistant to join their dynamic team in London. This exciting role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative design projects while collaborating with experienced professionals. You'll engage in various responsibilities, from preparing technical drawings and models to participating in client meetings and design reviews. If you are passionate about architecture and eager to develop your skills in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking firm where your ideas and contributions will help shape the future of design.

Qualifications

• Strong design and technical skills with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
• Ability to prepare and edit architectural documents and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Contribute innovative ideas to project teams and design processes.
• Prepare drawings and documents under guidance, ensuring high quality.

Skills

Collaboration

Design Innovation

Technical Competence

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Architecture

Tools

CAD Software

Rendering Packages

Job description

The role of a Part I Architectural Assistant comprises technical, design, collaboration, and innovation skills.

Overview:
The role of a Part I Architectural Assistant comprises technical, design, collaboration, and innovation skills.

Responsibilities:
The key attributes and responsibilities are listed below; this is not an exhaustive list but aims to capture in general the responsibilities and capabilities required of a Part I Architectural Assistant.

A Part I Architectural Assistant should have the ability to:

Collaboration & Leadership

1. Contribute to a project team with innovative ideas that show consideration and understanding for project requirements such as design quality, cost, regulations, and client expectations.
2. Contribute to the design process supporting a culture of design excellence and innovation.
3. Take part in regular design reviews, putting ideas forward and developing knowledge from more senior members of the team.
4. Fulfil requirements of any professional body regarding CPD requirements.
5. Participate in presentations, site visits, client meetings, sub-contractor meetings, and other meetings.
6. Keep the project lead informed of all circumstances that could affect projects or client requirements.
7. Independently deal with project challenges and resolve issues effectively.
8. Generally seek advice and support from the wider Leslie Jones team.

Technical/Design

1. Prepare, develop, and edit, under the guidance of the project lead or nominated architect, drawings, models, images, and other documents relating to the design.
2. Ensure that Leslie Jones designs are innovative, meet the brief, and show vision balanced with commercial requirements.
3. Execute a high quality of design and technical competence within projects ensuring all document and drawing approval processes are followed.
4. Support the preparation at the beginning of each stage of a project a deliverables list and programme.
5. Assist in the preparation of EOI's, RFP's, and competitive submissions.
6. Undertake surveys and prepare records of existing buildings and sites.
7. Assist in the dissemination of architectural information such as issue of drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
8. Produce images, sketches, and animations using CAD and rendering packages.
9. Prepare necessary drawings, reports, specifications, and illustrations as required for the project.
10. Seek advice from the wider Leslie Jones team to ensure all work completed is within company, client, and legislative standards.
11. Fulfil requirements of any professional body regarding CPD requirements.
12. Gain an understanding of ISO standards relating to Quality, Environment, and BIM.
13. Contribute and assist in the marketing of the business including website and social media strategies.

Business Knowledge & Development

1. Gain an understanding of ISO standards relating to Quality, Environment, and BIM.
2. Contribute and assist in the marketing of the business including website and social media strategies.