Graduate Architectural Assistant jobs

Company Information

R Elliott Associates Ltd is a civil & structural engineering, architectural, and surveying company based in the New Forest. The company offers a wide range of services including civil and structural engineering and architectural design in both domestic and commercial sectors, designing new developments, SIPS designs, domestic extensions, and carrying out structural surveys. This diversity of work brings us into contact with clients that range from large national companies to householders throughout the UK.

Our team of 9 people has a strong work ethic and benefits from a small team environment in a relaxed office setting. The company is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company and promote an inclusive culture.

Job Description

We are now looking for an architectural technologist or technician with a minimum of 5 years’ experience to lead and develop our architectural team, focusing on architectural design, planning projects, and technical drawings.

Examples of tasks that may be undertaken by the successful candidate:

· Involvement in projects of varying scale from conception through to completion;

· Assessing and understanding project requirements;

· Undertaking design in conjunction with other disciplines;

· Agreeing timescales and specifications with clients and managers;

· Preparation of planning and building regulation drawings and documents;

· Working towards Chartership if not already obtained and maintaining CPD training;

Candidate specification

The successful candidate should have the following:

· Clear and efficient verbal and written communication;

· Confident personality with the ability to liaise with clients and contractors;

· Proficient use of software such as AutoCad, Revit, etc;

· Proficient use of Microsoft Office to produce project related documents;

· Commitment to professional excellence and personal development;

· A degree/vocational courses in architecture/architectural technology;

· Qualified with CIAT or other appropriate institution;

· Strong knowledge and understanding of the planning system and permitted development;

· Good ability to be adaptable and able to work both independently and as part of a successful close-knit team;

· Strong communication skills with the ability to confidently build and maintain external and internal relationships;

· Strong attention to detail and demonstrate accurate work;

· Flexible approach to work, and ability to prioritise and manage time effectively to meet deadlines;

· High proficiency for producing plans, writing reports to support planning applications, design calculations, and construction drawings;

· Be able to interact with fellow professionals on multidisciplinary projects and interfacing and cooperating accordingly;

What's in it for you

· Work within a friendly but driven office environment;

· A chance to create a defined leadership role within our team;

· Office social events;

· Paid overtime;

· Performance based bonus;

· Generous mileage rate paid for business travel;

· Work in a desirable location in the South surrounded by stunning countryside;

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£43,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person