Bristol, UK
Technical architectural designer
at Carpenter Oak
Carpenter Oak is seeking a technical architectural designer to join its team in Bristol, UK.
Hours of work: 40 hours per week (8.00am-4.30pm).
Location: Buckfastleigh (Devon) or Bristol
Contract type: permanent
Annual leave: 25 days holiday p/a plus bank holidays
Why work for us?
- family friendly policies
- employee ownership
- annual co-owner bonus
- family friendly social events
- on-site parking
- firewood allowance
- cycle to work scheme
- we operate out of three rural locations in Devon, Bristol and Scotland
- attractive pension scheme
- ongoing learning opportunities
About the role
We’re seeking an experienced architectural designer (CIAT, RIBA Part 2 or Part 3) to bolster our growing architectural team in designing high-end residential timber buildings. We’re looking for someone to focus on the technical stages of projects, whilst also contributing to high quality planning stage designs.
Key responsibilities:
- primary focus on RIBA Stages 3 and 4
- client facing role
- further developing technical and CAD solutions
- integrating prefabricated timber elements into projects
- collaborate with our multidisciplinary design and build team
What we’re looking for:
- five plus years experience in the bespoke residential sector
- strong technical design skills at RIBA Stage 4
- high quality design skills at RIBA Stage 3
- experience of obtaining planning permission for UK residential projects
- excellent working knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM and Building Safety Act
- proficiency in design software & workflow (AutoCAD, Sketchup, Revit, Adobe Suite)
- excellent communication skills and a clean driving license
Apply now to join our team of innovators at Carpenter Oak!
Applications without a covering letter and portfolio will not be considered.
Closing date: 2 May 2025
First interviews : 14 May 2025
Benefits:
- additional leave
- bereavement leave
- company events
- company pension
- cycle to work scheme
- enhanced maternity leave
- enhanced paternity leave
- free flu jabs
- free parking
- on-site parking
- profit sharing
- referral programme
- sabbatical
- work from home
Work location: hybrid remote in Bristol BS4 3EH
This position is only available to applicants based in the United Kingdom