JOB REF
660197
CONTRACT TYPE
PERMANENT | FULL TIME
SECTOR
ARCHITECTURE
CONTACT
TOM
LOCATION
LONDON & CARIBBEAN
SALARY
£50k-£55k
Our client, a London-based architectural practice renowned for designing bespoke holiday homes in stunning natural environments across the Caribbean and Miami, is seeking an experienced Associate to join their team. As they transition into a more mature and professional organisation, they require a technically adept individual who can ensure consistency and quality across their projects while maintaining the practice's unique personality.
Position Overview
The Associate role is crucial in overseeing the office's output, ensuring consistency and quality across all projects. The successful candidate will challenge the directors and team on technical aspects of building assembly and detailing, providing expertise on how to assemble buildings with a focus on fine detailing. They will play a key role in reviewing and improving project documentation, particularly at the planning and construction drawing stages.
Responsibilities
Oversee the output of the office to ensure consistency and quality across projects
Challenge the directors and team on technical aspects of building assembly and detailing
Provide technical expertise on how to assemble buildings, with a focus on fine detailing
Review and improve the quality of project documentation, particularly at planning and construction drawing stages
Analyse and adapt to different building regulations and technical criteria across various countries
Participate in important meetings with contractors and clients to demonstrate technical competence
Travel to project sites to meet clients and contractors, and oversee project implementation
Guide and mentor team members on technical aspects of projects
Requirements
Strong technical knowledge of construction drawings, including the ability to produce detailed plans at early stages
Familiarity with international building regulations and the ability to adapt to different countries' requirements
Proficiency in Vectorworks and SketchUp, with openness to learning new software as needed
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present confidently in client meetings
Flexibility to travel for project-related work
Adaptability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Strong leadership qualities and the ability to oversee and guide team members
Approximately 15 years of experience in the field, ideally aged around 40, though exceptional younger candidates may be considered
Company Overview
This architectural practice is known for their bespoke holiday home designs in untouched environments, primarily in the Caribbean and Miami. As they transition from a smaller, family-like business to a more mature and professional organisation, they are committed to maintaining their unique personality and individual character. The practice values technical expertise and aims to improve consistency in project output while adapting to various building regulations across different countries. They recognise and appreciate individuals who demonstrate their worth, ensuring they receive proper credit for their contributions.
Benefits
20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with an additional two-week Christmas shutdown period
Annual wellbeing allowance for each staff member to use on activities like gym classes
'Refresh' policy: After 5 years of service, employees receive an extra week of holiday to be taken within two weeks (3 weeks total)
Seasonal work patterns with fallow periods, allowing for quieter periods of focused work
International travel opportunities to project locations and to meet clients
Alongside this generous benefits package, you'll be part of a team that values energy, ambition, and a thoughtful attitude. The practice offers flexibility while expecting employees to prove their value, recognising and rewarding those who demonstrate their worth.
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