Architectural Assistant/Architect/Project Leader

OPEN architecture, one of Kent’s leading architectural and interior design practices, is looking for a talented Architect or Part II Architectural Assistant with proven project leading experience to join our friendly team on a temporary contract to help with our expanding workload.

We are an award-winning RIBA practice and we work on a wide variety of exciting projects throughout many sectors, including private residential, large-scale development, commercial and retail schemes. Working across these various sectors and building types lends itself to a dynamic and collaborative approach within a stimulating environment.

This role will be mainly focussed on our exciting and challenging nationwide retail sector projects, working with multiple teams and consultants to complete projects on tight deadlines. The initial employment will be a temporary contract for between 3 and 6 months to assist with a particular roll out. Dependant on workload, the role may become permanent.

Basic requirements are:

• RIBA Part II/Part III
• Ability to manage and lead a small team
• Good all round graphic and design skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and design teams
• Technical experience advantageous
• AutoCAD, Adobe Suite and Sketchup experience required
• Motivated and organised
• Good verbal and written presentation skills
• Willingness to learn and foster good relationships
• Positive and upbeat attitude
• Must be a quick learner with a good eye for detail
• Must have a full driver's license and access to a car

What you can expect from us:

• 28-31 Days Annual Leave (Including bank holidays) Pro Rata
• Hybrid working available
• An opportunity to progress and challenge yourself.

Salary is negotiable and based on experience.

Please submit a portfolio of your work with your application, applications received without this will not be considered.

This position is not suitable if you live abroad as you will be required to attend the offices.

Due to the high number of applicants, we will only respond to successful applicants.

Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you currently live within a 1 hour rush hour commute of Sevenoaks town centre?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sevenoaks TN13 1AR