Peterborough, UK
Part 2 architectural assistant
at Ashman Architects
Ashman Architects is seeking a Part 2 architectural assistant to join its team in Peterborough, UK.
Monday to Friday
09:00 to 17:30
37.5 hours per week
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
£25,000 – £30,000 per annum (subject to experience and ability)
We have a wonderful opportunity for a passionate and proactive Part 2 architectural assistant to join our Peterborough based studio located on the edge of Ferry Meadows Country Park.
You will have the chance to quickly progress and develop your skills with support and guidance from our tight-knit team of talented and experienced architects. Amongst others, you will have the opportunity to work on bespoke one-off homes in beautiful countryside locations, strategic rural diversification projects for discerning landowners, and mixed-use developments in London and Cambridgeshire.
Physical and creative applications are very much welcome.
Requirements:
- a passion for architecture with a strong design sensibility
- enjoy visualising, illustrating and visually communicating ideas
- good hand-sketching & physical modelling skills
- proficiency in Vectorworks advantageous
- proficiency in SketchUp and InDesign essential
- ability to compile planning documents and design and access statements
- experience producing general arrangement drawings
- good communication and organisation skills
- thoroughness and strong attention to detail
- commercial fit-out experience is beneficial although not essential
- proactive attitude
- fluent in English (verbally and written)
- ability to work as part of a team and autonomously
- recognised Part 2 degree or equivalent
- right to work in the UK
About the studio
The studio’s vision is to unlock potential through sustainable site-inspired architecture. We are a friendly, collaborative practice that works with a wide range of clients from ambitious private homeowners to family trusts and commercial landowners. Each project is unique and rooted in site-inspired design with consideration for the immediate and wider context – leading to sympathetic and intuitive interventions that celebrate and add richness to each project. Our mission is to create exceptional architecture that positively contributes to our environment and the people that our buildings serve – ensuring our buildings invoke a true sense of place, meaning and purpose.
The successful candidate will be part of our expanding studio and become an integral part of our team with plenty of opportunities for professional development and career progression.
To apply for this role, please submit your cover letter, CV and sample portfolio. We also welcome physical and creative applications. Due to the high volume of applicants, we regret that we are not able to respond to all applicants.