London, UK
Architect
at AOC
AOC Architecture is seeking an architect to join its team in London, designing and delivering public, cultural and community projects.
The role
We are looking for a qualified architect with at least two years’ design and construction experience to become part of our expanding design team in our Hackney studio. You will take the lead in the design and delivery of projects, as well as working within teams on larger schemes, working closely with leading consultant teams for innovative clients. You will be the day-to-day project/package lead, taking responsibility for the role and communicating effectively with your team members and senior management team. As an active contributor to our collaborative studio you will be involved in all aspects of the practice, shaping its continued evolution.
The practice
Established in 2005 AOC has gained international recognition for our participatory practice and public buildings. We work with our clients, collaborating with users and other experts, to develop new briefs for contemporary challenges. We engage with communities and their cultures to make designs that are useful, valuable and joyful. We use resources inventively to optimise the use of energy and minimise the emission of carbon. We are currently working on a range of buildings for public use including a new cultural and community centre in St Neots, Grade II* listed Paignton Picture House, the National Science and Media Museum, Lloyds Register of Shipping in the City of London and Stonehenge Learning Centre.
Essential skills/knowledge:
- able to work both independently and in a small team with care and intelligence
- being an excellent designer with good interpersonal skills
- good organisational skills with great attention to detail
- an excellent understanding of construction methods and detailing
- proven communication skills, able to liaise with client, consultant and contractor teams
- able to lead project and practice-related research
- to be Mac literate and proficient in Adobe CC – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator – and MS Office 365
- efficient in 2D and 3D drafting – Vectorworks 2D essential, Vectorworks 3D desirable
- thorough knowledge of NBS and writing specifications
- excellent written and spoken English language skills
AOC is an accredited London living wage employer and an equal opportunities employer. We actively seek and encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Pay will be commensurate with experience.
How to apply
If you meet the outlined requirements, please send a digital copy of your CV via the ‘apply for job’ button below (max 10MB) along with a covering letter outlining how you meet the criteria and why you want to work for AOC. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK, based in our London office, and be available to start by August 2024.