About us
Liv Architects is a chartered Architects practice located in Flitcham, Norfolk. We specialise in contemporary and sustainable new build homes, as well as extensions and renovations. We are seeking a Part 1 or Part 2 Architectural Assistant/ Architectural Designer to join our small team to support the senior team. The small size of our team means that the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on all stages of our projects, with good opportunities for progression and plenty of variety.
We are also open to applicants from different backgrounds/ routes into architecture via complimentary study paths. While this is an early career role, candidates must have a minimum of 1-2 years UK based practice experience; candidates with no experience will not be considered.
Please note that applicants who are overqualified for this role or based away from our location will not be considered so need not apply.
About you
You will be required to:
* Undertake measured building surveys both alone and with others,
* Draw up surveys and as-existing drawings,
* Assist senior staff with concept designs, including preparing drawings, presentations and documents
* Produce computer (Sketchup) and physical 3D models and visualisations, as well as physical models
* Experience with Vectorworks would be an advantage but not essential
* Depending on experience, assist with or preparePlanning Applications and Building Regulations drawings, and
* Liaise professionally with clients, statutory authorities, contractors and consultant as needed
You will:
* Have a passion for low energy design, and interest in domestic and rural architecture
* Have a portfolio that demonstrates a high level of creativity and presentation
* Be motivated, pro-active, organised, questioning and able to take initiative
* Have strong written and verbal communication skills, including fluent written and spoken English Have a minimum of 1-2 years UK practice experience
* Ideally have previous experience with Vectorworks, Photoshop, InDesign and Sketchup, and physical model making skills are an advantage
* Live locally to our studio and projects (Norfolk)
Salary and Benefits
Salary up to £33,000 pa dependent on experience, 25days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with company pension scheme and private healthcare (following probation period). Own car and drivers licence essential due to our remote location and the nature of our work; applicants without this will not be considered.
Applications close 20th March; The position is offered for immediate start, with interviews to be held within the next month.
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