Design Architect (London) Subtitle: London Studio

Chapman Taylor LLP; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural studio in London is seeking an ARB-registered Architect to join their creative team. This role involves feasibility studies, concept design, and project leadership, promoting professional growth with diverse projects and mentoring opportunities. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, detail-oriented architects ready to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Continued learning and mentoring

A range of leadership initiatives

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experienced architect with proven design capabilities.
• Ability to present and communicate design ideas and concepts.
• Good working knowledge of Adobe packages, Revit, and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Carry out feasibility, capacity studies, and concept design work.
• Lead projects from start to finish ensuring high-quality design.
• Compile project specifications and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Design capabilities

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

ARB registration

Tools

Adobe packages

Revit

Photoshop

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an ARB-registered Architect to join our busy studio in London and to develop your career in a well-structured, supportive environment. We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and ambitious, design-led qualified architect. You will enjoy working as part of a team and excellent communication skills are essential.

• Carry out feasibility, capacity studies and concept design work on individual projects
• Take the “brief” to identify clients’ needs and put together feasibility reports and design proposals
• Support across projects through the early feasibility, concept design and planning stages
• Communicating and presenting design thinking and philosophies to clients and local planning authorities
• Evaluate and advise on refurbishment, re-use, recycling and deconstruction
• With the guidance of the Director, lead on projects from start to finish to ensure high-quality, innovative and functional design
• Take the lead on developing ideas, keeping in mind the client’s needs, building usage and environmental impact
• Compile project specifications and keep within budgets and timelines
• Ensure that all works are carried out to specific standards, building codes, guidelines and regulations
• Where required, conduct site visits to check on project status to provide reports and analysis
• Cooperate and liaise with construction professionals
• Keep up to date with architectural trends and advancements

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced architect with proven design capabilities
• Commitment to developing high-quality design information with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to present and communicate design ideas and concepts
• Good working knowledge of Adobe packages, Revit (an advantage) and Photoshop
• Design experience working in a cross-section of sectors preferred

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• A creative and enthusiastic individual with a passion for design and the ability to work well as part of a team and thrive in a diverse and exciting studio environment
• A keen interest in, and knowledge of, sustainable design would be an advantage
• Good working knowledge of Revit and Adobe packages, including knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp, etc.
• Experience in a range of sectors would be preferred, but not essential
• Ability to work across multiple projects and effectively manage your time
• An ambition to take on responsibility and rapidly grow within the team and practice
• Enjoy working as part of a team in a collaborative and supportive environment

WHAT WE OFFER

With a wide range of exciting projects at various stages of design in both the UK and internationally, we are offering an opportunity to develop your professional experience and senior career with us. We offer continued learning, coaching and mentoring and a range of leadership initiatives to support your development as senior member of the team.

Chapman Taylor offer a wide range of additional benefits to our employees to enhance our people & culture offering.

INCLUSIVE STATEMENT

We believe in creating studio environments that are both person- and thought-diverse. Our employees work in inclusive spaces where everyone has access to the same treatment, opportunities, and advancement.