Job Description
Junior Architect – Residential Projects (Oxted)
Location: Oxted, Surrey
Experience: 3–5 years
Role Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and proactive Junior Architect to join our growing team, focusing on small-scale residential projects including extensions, loft conversions, refurbishments, and internal alterations. The ideal candidate will be confident managing the full planning process, from early-stage design and drawings through to planning submission and approval. This role offers hands-on project ownership, creative flexibility, and the opportunity to develop technical and management skills within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the end-to-end planning process, including preparing design proposals, producing planning drawings, coordinating consultants, and managing submissions.
* Develop high-quality design concepts, bringing creative flair and strong visual communication skills to each project.
* Produce accurate and comprehensive technical drawings for planning and small-scale construction packages.
* Project manage small residential projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and expectations are met.
* Conduct on-site surveys, prepare feasibility assessments, and support client discussions.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to deliver smooth project progression.
* Stay up to date with relevant planning policy, building regulations, and local authority requirements.
Skills & Experience
* 3–5 years’ experience in an architectural role, ideally within the residential sector.
* Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Suite).
* Strong understanding of the UK planning system and residential design principles.
* Excellent technical detailing and drawing skills.
* Ability to manage multiple small projects simultaneously.
* A proactive mindset with strong communication and organisational skills.
* Demonstrated design flair with a high standard of presentation work.
* Experience working independently as well as within a team.
Who You Are
* Creative, organised, and technically capable.
* Comfortable taking ownership of projects from concept to planning.
* Keen to progress your architectural skillset in both design and delivery.
* Based in or able to commute to Oxted, Surrey.