Oxford, UK
Architect
at Transition by Design
Transition by Design is hiring an architect to join its team in Oxford, UK.
Transition by Design is seeking a qualified architect (ARB registered), or a highly capable and experienced Part 2 or Part 3 candidate with experience in low carbon retrofit and Passivhaus design.
Our studio
Transition by Design (T/D) is an Oxford-based architecture practice, workers’ co-operative and community interest company (CIC) founded in 2011. We offer varied expertise from community-led housing to Passivhaus design, urban design and participatory design.
Our work is motivated by the belief that collaboration combined with good design can solve complex problems and improve the world we live in. As an interdisciplinary co-operative we have access to a range of skillsets that can unlock solutions to complex problems. We’re passionate about using these skills to make the world a better place by design.
The role
Position: architect
Hours: 30-37.5 hours per week (4-5 days)
Salary: £32,500 to £39,000 pro rata (subject to experience)
Contract: permanent
Applications close: Sunday 31 July
Interviews: Monday 8 and Tuesday 9 August
Start date: from Monday 5 September 2022
Transition by Design (T/D) is recruiting for a qualified architect (registered with the ARB) to join its studio in Oxford.
We are seeking an individual who has:
- ARB registered, or highly experienced and capable Part 2 or Part 3 candidate
- high level of competency and experience (two years’ minimum experience running your own projects and five years’ professional practice, ideally in residential, new-build and retrofit)
- ideally a certified Passivhaus designer and/or PAS2035
- highly experienced with ArchiCAD and representation software
- technical knowledge of low energy and ecological design and able to produce planning, tender and construction drawing packages
- high level of proficiency in using Adobe Creative Suite and Indesign specifically
- strong drawing and representational skills
Person specification
You will be a creative and progressive individual who is committed to challenging the role of the architect in society and building on our experience of ecological design and beautiful architecture. Experience in architectural practice would be an advantage along with a commitment to citizen-led development, affordable housing, and social enterprise.
You will have excellent communication and graphic design skills, and a willingness to engage with co-operative forms of governance. Most importantly, you will demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of Transition by Design. Can engage with clients, project stakeholders and colleagues with a confident, professional and friendly attitude.
You will be proficient at using ArchiCAD, SketchUp and the Adobe Creative Suite and will be quick to adapt to using new forms of software and remote working tools.
You will be able to work in our studio in Oxford at least 1day per week and attend regular site meetings in and around Oxfordshire.
A little about you
It is essential that you have a minimum two years’ experience running your own architectural projects across work stages 0 to 7 within the UK; with experience and passion for low carbon design, Passivhaus and retrofit. You will be interested in challenging the role of the architect in society and building on our experience of ecological design, community engaged practice and beautiful architecture.
You will have excellent communication and graphic design skills, and a willingness to engage with co-operative forms of governance. Most importantly, you will demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of Transition by Design. You will be at ease engaging with clients, project stakeholders and colleagues with a confident, professional and friendly attitude.
You will be proficient at using ArchiCAD, SketchUp and the Adobe Creative Suite and will be quick to adapt to using new forms of software and remote working tools.
You will be able to work in our studio in Oxford at least 1day per week and attend regular site meetings in and around Oxfordshire.
How to apply
View the full job description online here
Download the full job pack here
Please apply via the online application form
Please complete our equal opportunities form here
No personal information will be seen by anyone involved in the interview process. The equalities form will only be used for improving our recruitment processes. See the forms for more information on how your data will be held and used.
Interviews are held over Zoom (if a virtual interview is not possible please let us know).
Any questions please email [email protected]
The deadline for applications is midnight on Sunday 31 July 2021.