Architectural Assistant
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £25000 – £32000/annum
One of Suffolk's standout design practices, specialising in large commercial projects usually found in big cities, seeks a talented & ambitious Architectural Assistant to expand its operations.
Are you a budding Architectural Assistant who has the desire to work upon prestigious projects but frustrated with the offerings of small residential extensions and barn conversions found throughout most of Suffolk's architectural industry?
Do you want to keep the benefits of living outside of London but would love to apply your talent on projects usually found at big-city practices?
If this sounds like you – consider your problems solved!
We require an extremely ambitious Architectural Assistant who possess the verve and vision to become an important part of an Ipswich based company that is going places. You will have the opportunity to help the company achieve its ambition to expand operations whilst simultaneously accelerating your career progression. As such, a clear pathway to seniority will be afforded to the successful Architectural Assistant from the outset.
Opportunities like this don't come around often in the Suffolk area!
Despite being small in personnel numbers, this creative and aspiring practice operate within major cities, particularly London, specialising in Architectural Design on prestigious projects, predominantly within the Commercial sector. Current projects include commercial schemes such as the feasibility & concept design of Elizabeth House in Cambridge and the radical redesign of Enterprise House in London – a 98,000 sq ft contemporary office block.
As the successful Architectural Assistant you can expect to gain exposure to a whole host of similar projects from Ipswich whilst making frequent trips into the city to work out of the company's London office. Head office is conveniently situated a few minutes away from Ipswich train station making this journey an easy commute – also presenting a pleasant experience day to day with easy access to shops and the waterfront whilst interestingly being situated directly across from the inspiring Willis Building which was famously designed by Foster & Partners!
We are looking for Architectural Assistants who are really looking to drive their career forward and will throw their all into this opportunity!
Requirements of the Architectural Assistant:
RIBA qualified Part 1 or Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Experience of working on commercial projects would be desirable but not essential
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit – ESSENTIAL
Working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
Confidence and communication skills to maintain important relationships with clients
As well as the opportunity to really develop as an Architect with exposure to unrivalled projects in the area you will also receive a salary fitting of your experience and ability. This is likely to start in the region of £25-£32k (dependant on experience) with added benefits on top.
This position is commutable from Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, Sudbury, Lowestoft
If this opportunity sounds too good to miss, then make sure you apply today!
Please forward your CV and portfolio through to Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting or contact me on (phone number removed) for further information
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- Address Ipswich, Suffolk
