London, UK
Architect
at IF_DO
IF_DO is looking for an experienced architect with a minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience to join its team in London.
Established in 2014, IF_DO is an award winning practice dedicated to creating projects with a positive impact on users, the environment and the surrounding community. IF_DO was shortlisted for listed for BD Young Architect of the Year 2021, and named in the Architects’ Journal 40 under 40, 2020.
The position requires a talented designer with the ability, skills & motivation to act as an independent job-running architect, overseeing an assistant or small team. It will require the ability to successfully coordinate and engage with the design team, communicate ideas to a variety of audiences, and resolve technical and construction challenges. The successful candidate will be a design-led motivated architect that can deliver high-quality projects.
The role will involve work on projects at RIBA Stage 4, and as such significant experience of the later RIBA Stages – detailed design and through to taking a project on to site – is essential. Experience in conservation/heritage projects would also be beneficial.
Required skills and experience:
- RIBA part 3 (or equivalent qualification)
- three to five years’ post-Part 3 experience and be ARB registered
- very strong design and detailing skills
- strong visualisation skills – preferably using SketchUp, Rhino V-Ray, and Photoshop
- experience across all RIBA work stages (particularly working at RIBA Stages 4 and 5 in the UK)
- experience working effectively with clients and consultant teams
- technical expertise (including complex coordination) and knowledge of current construction methods
- experience of UK regulatory framework including building regulations, and CDM
- experience of procurement processes
- strong project management skills
- experience in managing a small team
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- proficiency in Vectorworks (2D and 3D) would be a bonus
Attributes:
- effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team
- good communication and presentation skills
- excellent time management, organisation, planning and attention to detail
- ability to multitask while working under pressure
- ability to think creatively and problem solve through design
- professional and ‘can-do’ attitude
How to apply
The application should include:
- a completed application form which can be downloaded here
- a brief cover letter/email setting out the reason for applying to work at IF_DO
- a CV
- sample portfolio as a pdf attachment
- confirmation that you have completed our diversity monitoring form, which can be found at this link
Applications are to be made via the apply for job button below.
Subject to be ‘application – project architect’.
Attachments should not exceed 10MB. We cannot accept applications by post. Due to the high volume of applicants, we will only be in contact should you be invited to interview.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and be able to start immediately if possible.
Remuneration is dependent upon experience (and in line with RIBA scales).
We are keen to receive applications from a diverse range of candidates, and actively encourage applications from women and people from black, asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are currently under-represented throughout the building industry.
IF_DO is an equal opportunities employer.