London, UK
Technical project architect/senior technician
at Ackroyd Lowrie
Ackroyd Lowrie has a vacancy for a technically-focused project architect or senior technician to join its team in London.
Ackroyd Lowrie are a fast-growing, innovative boutique design practice based near London Fields, East London. We use 3D printing and the latest VR technology to realise our clients’ dreams. We work across a range of sectors and will provide excellent experience to the right candidate. We are looking for candidates with excellent technical knowledge, who can provide leadership and motivation to a vibrant, young team. We believe in supporting our staff to reach their full potential. This is a perfect opportunity for an ambitious individual to flourish in an exciting practice and work in a great studio environment.
Required experience:
- must have run projects or been a key team member from RIBA stages from three to seven
- must have client-facing experience and ability to manage clients, meet and negotiate with planners, and project manage a scheme with minimal supervision
- must have the ability to run multiple projects and manage complex problems
- good organisational, management and people skills
- on-site experience working with contractors, dealing with RFI’s and disputes and contract administration experience is an advantage but not essential
- working on contract values typically between £3m and £25m within Residential, Mixed-use and master planning sectors
This is a permanent position.
Required skills:
- minimum of three years’ job running experience
- flair for design and excellent technical design skills
- strong communicator with the ability to manage fast-moving projects and deadlines
- manage projects and manage their own time and others
- produce construction details and problem-solve
- software skills must include: ArchiCAD or Revit, AL use ArchiCAD and full training will be provided if required but an understanding of BIM is essential
- excellent communication skills across the board are required to interact with our clients, managers and team members
- ability to take responsibility when required and meet project deadlines
- an interest in innovative technology
Working with us gives you:
- salary range of £35-50k DOE
- training and development opportunities, with high potential for career development
- staff wellbeing programme, active social calendar and weekly office meal paid for by the company. We hold annual office trips for three to four days abroad. Last few years have been Paris, Amsterdam, Lisbon, Athens, Barcelona and Valencia
- an office environment that is friendly, flexible and multicultural, with a sustainability commitment
- being part of a committed equal opportunities company
How to apply:
- independent applicants only
- no agency appointments considered
- you must be eligible to work in the UK
- in the subject line of your email please include your name and the position you are applying for
- in the body of your email please include your current notice period and salary expectations
- please send your CV along with some work samples (preferably in one attached PDF file) to the email provided