London, UK
Part 3 architect
at Useful Simple Trust
Useful Simple Trust is looking for a Part 3 architect to join its team in London.
Location: London (hybrid working two-three days p/w in office)
Grade: 6/5 depending on experience
Salary: £37,000 – £45,000 per annum
Hours: full time; 37.5h p/w
Contract type: permanent
Who we are
The Useful Simple Trust (UST) consists of four professional design and consultancy practices: Expedition Engineering, Useful Projects, Useful Studio and Thomas Matthews. We share innovative ideas, space and experience and collaborate on a range of high-profile projects in the UK and internationally. Our breadth of experience gives us a depth of inter-disciplinary thinking rarely found in the industry.
The company has 80+ talented and committed civil and structural engineers, architects, strategists and designers, sustainability and construction innovation consultants who work side-by-side creating positive outcomes for our changing environment following our key company values Work for Good, More with Less, Restore and Adapt and Get, Set, Zero.
As a social enterprise, B-Corp™ and employee benefit organisation, we do things differently.
Our people are highly motivated and committed, in part because our structure and values mean that our combined success is shared equitably. We share part of our profit and re-invest the rest in research, social and environmental projects. We deliver purposeful projects that we believe have a sustainable impact on our clients and the wider human environment.
Useful Studio is the architectural practice within the trust. We are committed to being a force for good in the built and natural environment. We work closely with our clients and collaborators to design useful, beautiful and impactful places. Our work focuses on retrofit, circular and strategic design
What we are looking for
We are looking for direct applications from outstanding Part 3 and recently qualified architects to join our team, to work on a range of workplace, residential, education and public realm projects. We are keen to meet candidates who are purpose driven with an interest in low carbon, reuse and the circular economy with excellent CAD and communication skills. Candidates with experience of running projects will be at an advantage.
Role and responsibilities:
- day-to-day project lead under guidance of associates and/or directors
- lead production of design and construction information including drawings, reports and specifications
- guide the design team from inception through to project completion
- ensure that all project deadlines are met and to the highest of standard
- liaise with clients, contractors and other professionals
- work to a high standard both as part of a team but also use your own initiative when working alone
Requirements:
- UK registered ARB qualification or working towards Part 3 certification
- minimum two years of UK working experience
- relevant experience in workplace, residential, education and public realm projects
- a full understanding of the UK statutory framework, including planning and building regulations
- good knowledge of construction detailing and technical skills
- excellent freehand sketching, visualisation and computer modelling skills
- proficiency in Revit preferable
- good communication skills to coordinate the work with clients, contractors and suppliers
- personable, a team player and generally a good all-rounder
Please upload your CV combined with a short illustrated portfolio.
We are looking for driven, enthusiastic people who are keen to make a difference in the built environment and who will in turn challenge us to think differently and deliver our best.
What we offer
We believe in investing and growing our people as much as we do our business. We foster talent, equal opportunity, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing to develop a high performing and sustainable workforce.
The package comprises:
- flexible working including 9-day fortnight scheme
- Bupa Private medical insurance
- annual eyecare scheme
- workplace EAP and WeCare 24/7 GP access
- life assurance
- company pension scheme
- cycle to work scheme