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Part I Architectural Assistant - Manchester

Full Time, Fixed Term Contract

We currently have opportunities in our Manchester studio for Part I Architectural Assistants to contribute to the delivery of our diverse portfolio of high-profile projects in the Residential, Education, Retail, Workplace and Healthcare sectors.

About us

BDP is a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, engineers and designers working together to create outstanding 'places for people'. Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, we now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, the MENA region, India, Singapore, USA and Canada. BDP has a leading track record in all major sectors and has over 1000 awards for design quality. . In 2016 BDP joined forces with the Japanese engineering consultancy Nippon Koei, providing us with further opportunities in the developing regions of Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America. Explore some of BDP’s previous and current projects on our website here.

About the Role

You will be working closely with multi-disciplinary design teams assisting in the creation of conceptual design proposals and in the production of presentation-style images, using a variety software media.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Concept design production from area schedule briefing information
• Creation of concept model options in a variety of software platforms
• Development of preferred concept option into presentation standard models
• Creation of Revit models from concept through to production of information stages
• Rendering of model images in specialist software (Primarily Revit based)
• Development of masterplan and building plans using 2D CAD software
• Development of elevational and sectional models using 2D CAD software
• Creation of CGI views using Sketchup base model
• Post production work in Photoshop to Sketchup generated CGI views

About you

You will be a RIBA (Pt I) graduate or international equivalent along with:

• Excellent design and presentation skills using a variety of media
• Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• The ability to communicate ideas compellingly through drawings
• Enthusiasm for team working

BDP offers

BDP offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package; combined with a positive working environment and a healthy attitude to work-life balance.

BDP's attractive remuneration package includes:

• Flexible pension Allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• All Employee Profit Share
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Income Protection/Prolonged Disability Insurance
• Buying Additional Holidays (winter and summer windows) on top of 32 days
• Contribution towards Professional Subscriptions
• BUPA Health Screening
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Give as You Earn
• SMART Drive and Cycle
• Season Ticket Loans
• Competitive salary and benefits

We have a Social Life committee which organises a wide range of social, sporting and charitable activities and a communication committee for improvement and development ideas. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion network defines and drives forward cultural change. Some recent events we have held include and are not excluded to, themed month end socials, hiking club, weekly complimentary yoga, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks.

Our studio location by the waterside at Piccadilly Basin is near the vibrant northern quarter and close to Piccadilly station and central Manchester transport links. Find out more about our Manchester studio here: https://www.bdp.com/en/locations/uk/manchester/

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To apply

To apply for the role please click on the ‘Apply’ button below the vacancy. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach an up-to-date CV with a cover letter (<400 words) outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements for the above job description. Please also include a small portfolio (up to 10MB) of work and state your personal contributions to the projects in your portfolio. Your application will then be passed onto our recruiting directors for review. If successful, you will be notified by our system inviting you in for an interview. Due to the high volume of applications expected for this role, we thank you for your patience pending our response.

BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy.