London, UK
Freelance project architect
at Yoko Kloeden Design
Yoko Kloeden Design is looking for a freelance project architect to help design and deliver home refurbishment projects in London.
The candidate must have at least five year’s practical experience working in London residential projects with a proven track record of designing and drawing from concept design, planning drawings, tender documents and onsite information. This role is for you if you have been trained as an architect but have developed deeper interest in a crafted interior space.
About us
Yoko Kloeden Design is a boutique architectural interior design studio based in St Margarets, London. We believe the true essence of a home lies in its ability to provide calm amidst chaos and are dedicated to transforming homes to harmonise nature, functionality and aesthetics.
Our projects are boutique residential home renovation and refurbishment which often encompass, architecture, interior and garden.
Job description:
- produce feasibility studies for the studio’s design projects that include planning study, layout options and project cost estimates
- produce planning drawings with pre-application consultation if necessary
- produce tender documents that include technical drawings and schedules for buildings as well as kitchens, bathrooms and bespoke joinery
- provide buildable site solutions during RIBA stage 5
- check that thorough administrative records are being maintained
Attributes:
- excellent attitude and an appreciation of the studio’s ethos and ways of working
- ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a small team
- extremely well organised, efficient and self-starter
- exceptional attention to detail and maintain high standards at all times
- follow-through on verbal and written commitments
- treat people with respect and earn trust
- results oriented and impeccable work ethic
Skills required:
- practical knowledge on the UK building regulations, planning requirements and technical standards in residential projects
- extremely proficient in AutoCAD a must, SketchUp or other 3D software
- proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- skills to produce well-thought out space layouts with creative flair
- excellent time management a must
- excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Education and experience:
- five-plus years experience working as an architect (RIBA Part 2 at least) in UK residential projects
- experience in designing and drawing from feasibility study, concept design, planning drawings, tender documents, construction sets and onsite information
- experience in working remotely with a close-knit design team
- practical site experience to find buildable design solutions
How to apply
Please email your CV, portfolio and a cover letter explaining the reasons for your interest in joining us, your day rate/hourly rate expectation and if you are open to a fixed fee arrangement for a scope, and suitability of the role via the apply for job button below.
Your portfolio should include examples of tender documents and client presentation you have produced.
The email title should include ‘job title – your name – where you found this role’.
Application closing date: Friday 5 January 2024
Interviews will take place between 15 January and 19 January 2024.
Early applications will receive an early reply. Please state your availability for interview and confirm when you can start in your cover letter.