London, UK
Part 2 architectural assistant
at Ackroyd Lowrie
Ackroyd Lowrie is seeking a Part 2 architectural assistant to join its team in London.
Ackroyd Lowrie is a fast-growing, innovative architecture practice based in the creative hub of east London.
We work across a range of sectors and scales but always with the same commitment to design quality. We have developed an award-winning design process which uses VR technology to put our clients at the heart of the design process.
Our focus is on creating inspiring places to live, work and play – we are currently working on exciting regeneration and refurbishment projects in the commercial and residential sectors. Our long-term aim is to be on the cutting edge of designing the cities of the future.
We are looking for an ambitious Part 2 candidates who are passionate, responsible and driven.
This is a perfect opportunity for a proactive, reliable, organised and go-getting individual that wants to become part of a vibrant, young team.
Required skills:
- must be passionate about design and the city
- excellent design skills
- excellent graphical skills
- technical ability – we will get you to draw detail in your interview, so don’t apply if that scares you
- client-facing skills
- site experience is preferred
- excellent written and verbal communication skills across the board are required to interact with clients and team members alike
- great project management skills – the ability to manage multiple projects and teams
- have great IT skills and be numerate and able to use a spreadsheet
- have an interest in innovative technology
- software skills: Vectorworks/ArchiCAD along with Microsoft 365 Suite
- experience of the following would also be an advantage: NBS Building/Create, 3D Max, Rendering
Required experience:
- the ideal candidate will have one year of work experience since Part 1, preferably in the UK
- RIBA stages from 0 to 7
- working on contract values between £2M – £50M
- working on both refurbishment and new builds
- sufficient experience in the UK to steer a project through the construction process
- this is a permanent position immediate start date
Working with us gives you:
- salary – levels dependent on experience
- training and development opportunities, with high potential for career development – particularly with Part 3, we build our projects out, so you get a great case study
- BIM training
- an office environment that is friendly, flexible and multicultural, with a sustainability commitment
- regular social activities and an annual trip abroad
- being part of a committed equal opportunities company
How to apply:
- you must be eligible to work in the UK
- please contact us via the ‘apply’ link below
- please do not use your application as your motivational/covering letter – this must be as an attachment
- please submit your covering letter, CV and work samples as attachments (preferably as PDFs)
Independent applicants only – no agency appointments considered.