Qualified Architect
heritage and conservation: AABC accredited or knowledge to this standard - you need to be competent in the conservation, repair and adaptation of historic buildings
Our client is a well established architectural practice based in Oxfordshire; their clients’ work consist of new buildings, heritage / conservation, refurbishment, alterations and other construction projects.
As the successful candidate you will have experience of heritage projects and can work on the repair and survey of historic buildings.
You will be a qualified Architect, ideally with the AABC accredited and specific Conservation experience
Responsibilities as an Architect:
- Preparing and presenting design proposals, including detailed drawings of renovations and restorations
- Experience of heritage projects and that can work on the repair and survey of historic buildings
- Meeting with construction professionals and clients to discuss feasibility of designs
- Reviewing local rules and regulations to ensure the construction project falls within all constraints
- Creating detailed drawings and specifications for architectural projects
- Specifying the materials needed for construction of projects
- Working with computer-aided design software to create blueprints and images
- Working with contractors, surveyors and building service engineers to create a construction schedule and Coordinating work between various contractors
- Construction drawing capabilities - construction of buildings to ensure projects meet deadlines, stay on budget and adhere to the original vision for the design
Attributes required:
- Understanding of Construction Technologies
- Attention to detail and design, and the ability to visualise objects in three dimensions
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Knowledge of building codes
- A logical and practical approach as well as an ability to solve problems
- Strong leadership skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise workloads
Software:
Working knowledge of MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit and MS Project