London, UK
Part 1/2 architectural assistant
at Baca Architects
Baca Architects has an opportunity for a Part 1/2 architectural assistant to join its office in London.
The award-winning, design and research-led practice is offering the chance to get involved in their unique work within flood resilient design. This includes design-led projects focusing on floating leisure, residential schemes in areas of flood risk, masterplanning and involvement in national and international competitions.
The ideal candidate will be a strong designer with outstanding 3D modelling and visualisation skills, has initiative, and is a good all-rounder.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on all work stages and future career prospects may be available for a permanent role within the practice upon completion of a three-month probationary period.
General skills:
- passionate about buildings, the built environment and care about people in the environment
- good communication skills
- good drawing skills with the ability to work in three dimensions
- inventive and imaginative
- good personal organisation, planning and timekeeping
- ability to work to deadlines
- enthusiasm and commitment
Core professional skills required:
- RIBA accredited qualifications or internationally recognised equivalent
- extensive experience with V-Ray (or equivalent) and excellent visualisation skills
- good proficiency with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, etc) for preparing presentation material
- excellent proficiency in written and spoken English
- outstanding design portfolio
- good proficiency in the production and management of 2D and 3D CAD drawings (Vectorworks or AutoCAD)
- ArchiCAD or other BIM experience preferable
- general understanding of the building process, key stages and role of an architect and other team members
- desire to understand procurement processes associated to building construction
We will provide ample training, so enthusiasm to learn new skills is a must.
Baca Architects is an equal opportunities employer. The starting salary will be negotiated according to professional experience.
Apply
If you meet the above criteria submit a covering letter expressing your interest in working for Baca, your availability, CV and portfolio for the attention of Matt Sharman-Hayles, using the ‘apply’ link below. We receive a large number of applications and will only be able to contact successful applicants.