Residential Architect (Part 2) - Design & Planning

Julian Owen Associates Architects; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Julian Owen Associates Architects in Nottingham is seeking a talented Part 2 Architectural Assistant or recently qualified Architect to join a friendly small team. The role involves contributing from initial design through planning, Building Regulations and detailed design for a range of residential projects.

Applicants should have ARB/Part 2 qualification, strong design and visual presentation skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp.

Qualifications

• RIBA Part 2 qualification or equivalent architectural qualification, or ARB registration.
• Strong architectural design ability, with good eye for detail, proportion and visual quality.
• Excellent visual communication skills, including 3D modelling, architectural presentations and visualisations.
• Driving license and own car for use on behalf of the practice
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp.
• Demonstrable experience preparing UK Building Regulations drawings and construction details.
• Demonstrable experience preparing and progressing planning applications.
• Experience dealing directly with clients, discussing design proposals and responding to their requirements.
• Sound understanding of UK construction methods, materials and regulatory requirements.
• Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Developing creative and practical architectural design proposals.
• Preparing feasibility studies, concept designs and planning drawings.
• Producing high-quality 3D models, visualisations and presentation material.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications.
• Producing Building Regulations drawing packages and construction details.
• Meeting clients, discussing their requirements and presenting design proposals.
• Liaising with planning officers, consultants, contractors and other professionals.
• Taking responsibility for smaller projects, with appropriate support.

Skills

Architectural design

3D modelling

Visual communication

Driving license

Client liaison

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

RIBA Part 2 qualification

ARB registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

Julian Owen Associates Architects in Nottingham is seeking a talented Part 2 Architectural Assistant or recently qualified Architect to join a friendly small team. The role involves contributing from initial design through planning, Building Regulations and detailed design for a range of residential projects.

Applicants should have ARB/Part 2 qualification, strong design and visual presentation skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp.