Part I Architectural Assistant

at  Purcell

Due to an increase in project demand, Purcell are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Part 1 Architectural Assistant to join our Norwich studio. This role will be to aid the Studio and established teams that are currently working on a diverse and exciting range of architecture, masterplanning, heritage and interiors projects.
Purcell is an award-winning employee-owned architectural and heritage consultancy practice with a commitment to quality, innovation, and diversity. We have staff of approximately 280 talented architects, designers, heritage consultants and surveyors across 14 offices, in the UK, Hong Kong and Australia. Winners of Architect Employer of the Year 2022.
Collaboration is central to our employee-ownership culture, providing opportunities to work on some of the finest buildings; from meticulous heritage and conservation schemes to bold contemporary design. We offer a rewarding and supportive environment for personal and professional development and our employee-owned ethos empowers everyone to use their voice. We believe in creating an equitable and inclusive culture, founded on our values, which celebrates knowledge sharing and our successes, to build an inspiring work environment.
It is our distinctive employee-owned working culture that has contributed to our status as a World Architecture Top 100 Practice, renowned for our excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy.
Our benefits package includes agile, flexible and hybrid working, (a minimum of 3 days in office, up to 2 days WFH) annual leave increasing with long service, life assurance, study sponsorship with paid study leave, sabbaticals, employee assistance programme, season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, virtual GP service, subscription fees, company day out, a volunteering scheme and enhanced learning & development opportunities.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a World Architecture Top 100 practice renowned for our excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy.
The successful candidates will display a keen attention to detail, innovative design and graphical communication. You will need to be able to display a can-do attitude, willingness to learn and develop an understanding of Purcell’s projects and culture.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Learn, apply and share the core expertise and specialisms of Purcell, including architectural conservation
Work closely with our existing core team delivering future and ongoing projects
Assist in the 2D and 3D drawing and modelling production
Contribute to developing concept, schematic and detail design packages
Assist and undertake site surveys and visits
Attend and minute project meetings
Preparation and development of presentation documents
Material sourcing and schedule for interiors led projects
Contributing to the development of a competent team
Demonstrate and encourage Purcell’s ‘One-Family’ value
Develop and enhance our design reputation.
Adherence to current technical standards - including Purcell’s & wider industry standards
Strive for client satisfaction
Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in architectural studies
Proficiency in 2D drafting such as AutoCAD, 3D modelling in Sketchup and development of imagery in Photoshop and/or other graphic presentation software
Good presentation skills (Visual, written & spoken) and contribution to high quality documentation
Up to date knowledge of industry technical standards and statutory requirements
Contribute to the seamless running of architectural projects to the highest standards
Effectively communicate at all levels (internal & external)
Developing networking and relationship building skills
Contributing to high quality bids
Ability to successfully interpret briefs
Ability to utilise analytical skills to organise and plan workload
Ability to manage self and work under pressure and meet deadlines
Personable, confident and with a strong sense of team spirit.
Role model our values.
Knowledge of BIM project delivery - Desirable
Experience in developing project information using Autodesk Revit - Desirable
Understanding of project finances - Desirable
RIBA Student Memberships - Desirable
This job description is a guide to the duties the post holder will be expected to undertake. It is not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive and will be subject to change as working requirements dictate and to meet the organisational requirements of Purcell.
As world leaders of Heritage and Conservation, Purcell is committed to embracing diversity and equal opportunity within our international teams, reflective of the society in which we work and live.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and celebrate differences through our culture of employee ownership.

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