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Architectural Assistant (RIBA Part 2)

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Location: Taunton, Somerset - Hestercombe House
Terms: Full Time
Role Type: Team member - Assisting our Lead Architect / Design team
Salary: £20,000.00-£27,500.00 per year (+bonus)
Pension: Auto-Enrolment '8%' Workplace Pension - incs. 3% employer's contribution
Start: From April / May 2021 (by negotiation)

Application deadline: 23/04/2021

We are seeking to rapidly fill two new design roles (Architectural Assistant and Architectural Technologist) who will join our design team to assist with a range of substantial projects for a variety of rural clients across the South West.

A significant portion of our day-to-day delivery is in the production of first-class design packages to deliver fantastic results across a broad variety of scenarios. Indeed we are regularly complimented on the clarity and quality of our work - by both customers and local authorities!

We now need additional team members to take on and assist with new projects, existing workload and to work alongside our colleagues in the delivery of quality planning applications through building stages to final on-site completion...

If you are looking for new challenges, are feeling stifled by your current employer or desire a move to broaden your horizons - and if you want to take on new design responsibility and to be a part of a dynamic, inclusive team - then, perhaps, look no further...

Required

RIBA Part 2 Accreditation

Note: we would not rule out applications from more qualified / experienced applicants!

Essential
Note this role is only open to current UK residents and requires direct experience of working within the England / Wales planning and building control regime. Do not read further if you do not meet these requirements!

Required
  • Minimum 2 years work experience (in practice - predominantly in residential projects)
  • Full working knowledge of the UK building regulations
  • A thorough understanding and experience of the Town & Country Planning process
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (and ideally SketchUp Pro)*
*We're serious about this... saying you're an 'expert' simply because you opened the software once - and thought it looked easy to use - will not cut the mustard!

You will likely live in our area and - or at least have strong West-country roots and are looking to return. Whilst the right candidate will be enabled to work from home / on flexible terms, knowledge of the local area and the ability to attend regular team meetings / collaborative design sessions will be required (perhaps at relatively short notice).

You will need have experience of working within a small multi-disciplinary team - handling several concurrent projects, particularly in the fields of:
  • Traditional barn / heritage building conversions
  • Bespoke / one-off housing projects
  • Renovation / redevelopment of dilapidated buildings
  • New commercial / agricultural projects
  • Small scale mixed development proposal

You will be able to draw quickly and competently to communicate design ideas at client meetings with a pen / pencil... as well as on screen!

This role requires a full (preferably clean) driving licence - and the use of a car... You will be expected to undertake site work / surveys etc - and this may result in occasional antisocial hours and occasional stays away...

Desirable attributes
  • Superb interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrable ability in design
  • Ability to undertake measured surveys to a high standard
  • Experience and understanding of Permitted Development Legislation
  • Confidence and willingness to take a lead in design
  • Experience in a building trade / property renovation
  • Proven ability and interest in additional architecture software such as AutoDesk Revit, Twinmotion, and / or other architectural rendering tools
  • Interest in VR and augmented reality is also highly compatible with our aspirations... Likewise with 3D printing / prototyping...
  • Ability in traditional model making would also be useful...
  • Also, if you have knowledge of photogrammetry and understand the differences between a Mavic Pro and an Inspire - we're likely to get on (!)
Proficiency in other software (to at-least a competent level - if not a power user) is desirable such as:
  • Office 365 (Word / Outlook / Excel / Powerpoint particularly)
  • Corel Draw Suite 2021
  • Affinity Designer (etc)
  • Photoshop / Adobe Creative Suite

Location
The role will be centered on projects based predominantly around the West Country (Cornwall, Devon, Dorset & Somerset) although there may be an opportunity to travel further on occasion.

While there may be scope for home working, the position will essentially be a full-time role - based at our office at Hestercombe House, Taunton. You will therefore be expected to be office-based - but there may be ongoing flexibility to work from home subject to line management discretion.

Due to location and the requirements of the role, your own transport is essential.

Finally

To apply for this role please provide a covering letter providing a brief summary of your recent work together with your CV.

COVID-19 considerations:
We will undertake initial interviews remotely via Zoom (which will be recorded for later discussion). If agreeable a second interview shall be held in COVID safe surroundings at our offices.

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Areas Covered
01823 210 610
​Devon - Somerset - Dorset
​01326 727 828
Cornwall
​01452 234 934
Severn Counties
​01264 513 813
Hants & Wilts
01372 897 697
​Home Counties
Regulated by THe Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Bondstones is a regulated firm of Chartered Surveyors - specialising in "Town & Country Planning" (emphasis on "country"!) and Architectural Design.  Our head-office is based in the West-Country and we typically work in the geographical area between Lands End and London.  However, on occasion, we also work further afield...

We are extremely proud to be 'Regulated by the RICS' - this means we are a professionally qualified and regulated practice - bound by a code of conduct, strict rules and regulations. This means that we will only undertake work which is directly within our field(s) of expertise and that we are also fully insured (both Professional Indemnity and Public / Employers Liability).

Our team are passionate about architecture and the countryside, its' sustainable future and re-use of rural buildings:  We offer our professional expertise to satisfy a range of rural property issues, including (but not limited to) Planning Consultancy and Architectural Design / Architecture.  Our primary interest is in the delivery of sustainable projects - and particularly the 'change of use' of buildings & land.

Despite our cutting edge offer and market leading output quality, our services are available to all of our customers at surprisingly low rates - especially compared to our competitors.  OK, its true to say you will always find someone cheaper... but isn't that always the way!

Our philosophy is to provide objective advice from the outset - indeed may of our new clients are amazed at the level of advice that we offer at first contact... Our overriding mission is to "quote high and bill low - providing valuable advice and exceptional design - which should delight our clients at every opportunity"

We generally undertake work for:
  • Farmers & Farm Businesses
  • Rural Estates / Estate Managers
  • Equestrian Properties & Businesses
  • Home / Property Owners*
  • Tourism Entrepreneurs
  • Countryside Attractions & Recreation Sites

* Please note that 'small' extensions are not really our cup of tea... However if necessary we would be happy to refer you to a suitable 3rd party specialist.

That said, large, unique extensions and complete 'one off' domestic overhauls really do float our boat... so please get in touch!
The 'Contact Us' bit:
Call us: 01823 210610
Email us: enquiries@bondstones.co.uk

The 'Legal' bit:
Bondstones (1990) Limited - Registered in England No. 8970430

Registered Address:
Hestercombe House
Cheddon Fitzpaine
Taunton
Somerset
TA2 8LG


"Bondstones" is a Registered Trademark used under licence.
Reg'd: UK00003049388
​© 2012 -2021 - All  Rights Reserved - Bondstones 1990 Ltd

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  • Who
    • Meet the team
  • What
    • Chartered Surveyors
    • Architecture >
      • Architectural Services
      • Building Regulations
      • CDM 2015 Services
      • CDM Upload
    • Planning Services >
      • Independent Planning Advice
      • Permitted Development >
        • Class Q Conversions
        • Class R Conversions
        • 28 Day notice
        • Temporary Land Uses
      • Change of Use Planning
      • Agricultural Planning
      • Farm & Rural Diversification
    • Glamping & Alternative Accommodation
    • Other Professional Services >
      • Property Consultancy
      • Surveys
      • Aerial Surveys
  • Where
    • Blackdown Hills
    • Cornwall AONB
    • Cranborne Chase AONB
    • Dorset AONB
    • East Devon
    • North Devon
    • Quantock Hills
    • South Devon
    • Tamar Valley
  • How
    • Fixed price - Site Specific Advice
    • Testimonials
    • Provision of Services
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disbursements Policy
  • Recruitment
    • Architectural Technologist (MCIAT)
    • Architectural Assistant (RIBA Part 2)
    • Apprentice Architectural Technician / Surveyor
  • Contact us
    • New Project Enquiry