Part 2 Architectural Assistant
4 days ago
Darlington
Job Title: Part 2 Architectural Assistant Location: Darlington or Newcastle studio Salary: In the region of £27-30,000 DOE About the company: This award-winning, AJ100 architectural practice operates from multiple studios across the UK and is recognised for delivering design-led, commercially aware architecture across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use sectors. With a team of over 300 professionals, the practice is driven by a clear ethos: creating places that enhance communities while delivering lasting social, environmental, and economic value. The Newcastle and Darlington studios form a key part of the practice's North East presence, offering collaborative, design-focused environments within a wider national network. Both studios are engaged in a diverse portfolio of regional and UK-wide projects, with a strong emphasis on design quality, technical development, and BIM-led delivery. The practice is particularly interested in candidates already based in the North East or with strong connections to the region. Benefits • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements * Structured mentoring and support towards RIBA Part 3 qualification * Exposure to high-quality UK-wide projects across multiple sectors * Clear progression pathway within an AJ100 practice * Supportive studio culture with regular design reviews and knowledge sharing * CPD programme and in-house learning opportunities * Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support * Social events across both regional and national studios * Cycle to work scheme and additional lifestyle benefits Daily Duties • Support project teams across RIBA Stages 0-4, with exposure to later stages where appropriate * Develop and coordinate design proposals using Revit and other digital tools * Assist in the preparation of planning, design, and technical drawing packages * Contribute to design development, detailing, and spatial resolution * Produce high-quality visualisations, diagrams, and presentation material * Engage with consultants and assist in coordination of design information * Undertake research, feasibility studies and design option development * Support project architects and senior team members in day-to-day project delivery * Attend client meetings, design workshops and internal reviews * Contribute to maintaining high standards of design quality and BIM coordination Ideal Candidate • Qualified Part 2 Architectural Assistant with several years of UK practice experience * Currently working within or recently progressed from a UK-based architectural practice * Strong portfolio demonstrating design development and project involvement across multiple RIBA stages * Proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite; additional 3D/visualisation software beneficial * Good understanding of UK planning processes, Building Regulations, and construction detailing * Confident communicator with experience working within multidisciplinary teams * Strong design sensibility combined with growing technical awareness * Organised, proactive, and able to manage workload across multiple projects * Keen interest in progressing towards RIBA Part 3 qualification * Ideally based in or willing to relocate to the North East, with preference for Newcastle or Darlington studios