London, UK
Part 2 architectural assistant
at Neil Kahawatte Architects
Neil Kahawatte Architects is seeking a Part 2 architectural assistant to join its team in London.
The practice
Neil Kahawatte Architects design and deliver high quality projects, with a focus on environmentally responsive contemporary design, often in sensitive or historic contexts. The practice guides its projects across all stages from concept to completion, providing a high level of service and support to its clients, and carefully managing the overall process of each project.
The team have a strong design ethos, promoting the expression of structure, material and craft, while celebrating and enhancing a building’s relationship to its environment and the wider natural world. The company specialises in providing a high quality design and project coordination service for private residential projects, however other recent clients have included property developers & landlords, small businesses, and a community nursery.
Based in the London Borough of Islington, the practice comprises a small team, working collaboratively across projects in a supportive and friendly environment. Its studio is located between Archway & Tufnell Park, in a converted former school building overlooking central London. Projects are generally located across the London boroughs and the surrounding counties.
The role – Part 2 architectural assistant
The practice is currently seeking a Part 2 architectural assistant, with aptitude and ambition to learn to run projects and to develop towards Part 3 and beyond.
The team are seeking a creative and conscientious individual, able to embrace and support the practice’s design and professional ethos.
The candidate should demonstrate a good grounding in the following areas:
- qualified ARB/RIBA Part 2 (or equivalent)
- minimum one year UK architectural experience
- an organised and professional approach to all aspects of work
- rigorous and meticulous attention to detail
- appropriate knowledge of architectural detailing, specification and technical design
- appropriate knowledge of UK planning, building regulations and statutory processes
- good interpersonal skills, both internally with colleagues, and externally with clients, consultants and others
- good numeracy, written and spoken English
- ability to work in a small team, to support colleagues and share responsibilities
- self-motivated, productive and resourceful
- a commitment to environmentally sustainable design and practice
- a concern for ethics and integrity in design and practice
- inquisitive and keen to learn and develop as a member of our team
The practice aims to offer successful candidates a good opportunity for development and promotion over time. It also offers a competitive starting salary (based on levels of qualification, experience, and ability), together with a workplace pension, and a good work-life balance.
The following may also be beneficial, but are not essential:
- experience of 2D Drawing in Vectorworks
- experience of Microsoft Word and Excel
- experience of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
- experience of 3D rendering in V-Ray
- a full UK driving license
- availability to commence work within one or two months
- awareness of traditional JCT building contracts
Applications
Please send a short covering letter, outlining your reasons for applying, your salary expectations, and your availability, together with a CV and a selected portfolio, using the apply for job button below. Applicants of interest can expect to receive a prompt response however, the practice regrets that due to volume of interest it cannot always respond to others.
Neil Kahawatte Architects is a RIBA chartered practice and an equal opportunities employer. No agency enquiries please.