Part 2 Architectural Assistant

Bond Bryan • Full-time • Manchester, England, gb • 5d ago

Location: Choice of UK northern studios (Sheffield & Birmingham). Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote. Role: Architectural Assistant (Part II) About the Company At Bond Bryan, we pride ourselves on being more than a design practice - we are a community driven by innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. Our culture thrives on creativity, professional growth and wellbeing, encouraging every team member to realise their full potential. We design with purpose, blending imagination and pragmatism to deliver cost-effective, socially conscious solutions. As a business we care; about our people and our planet. We have a commitment to be a Net Zero Carbon business by 2030 and are on the journey to making the business and our architecture as sustainable as possible, in every meaning of the word. We are looking for individuals who share our beliefs and are keen to make a change. Our vibrant studios are filled with talented individuals who support and inspire each other every day. With a focus on teamwork and personal development, we’re committed to helping you grow your skills and career in a supportive, inclusive environment. Salary and benefits We offer a competitive salary, dependent on experience, reviewed annually. Alongside this is a comprehensive benefits package including: Annual bonus plan, contributory pension scheme Project milestone lunches, team attendance at awards dinners, regular subsidised team socials, annual practice away day, subsidised teambuilding challenges Critical illness insurance, medical health insurance, life assurance, medical health plan Free fresh fruit, subsidised wellness activities such as yoga, massage. Half-price gym membership 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 36 days after 4 years service. Plus an extra day off on your Birthday Time off for volunteering, mentoring, professional studies Paid ARB, RIBA, CIAT and LI memberships plus individual personal development budget Sabbaticals / breaks for study, travel etc. The Role As a Part II Architectural Assistant, you’ll be working with project architects, technicians and technologists through all RIBA stages. You'll contribute to the detailed design process and technical detailing, plus helping to manage the flow of project documentation. The right candidate will have some experience in BIM and working in a 3D environment. Bond Bryan specialises in OpenBIM, using IFC and a range of software to collaborate. Responsibilities Developing creative and functional design solutions Learning to produce high-quality technical drawings, visualisations and presentations Attending design team meetings with the project lead, collaborating with clients and consultants Working with consultants model files to build a coordinated model Qualifications & Required Skills RIBA Part 2 qualification: RIBA validated undergraduate and postgraduate degree in architecture Strong design and technical skills, with some experience in BIM (ArchiCAD/Revit) A solid understanding of UK building regulations, planning process and the Building Safety Act Eligibility: Must be based in the UK with the legal right to live and work in the UK Preferred skills Prior experience working in an architectural practice, preferably on UK-based projects Strong communication and teamwork skills A collaborative approach and a passion for creating great places Apply today! Excited about this opportunity? If you meet the criteria, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the 'Apply' button and submit your CV to take the next step. We strive to ensure that opportunities to work and develop at Bond Bryan are open to all. We treat all job applications equally – regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, neurodiversity, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation.