Part II Architectural Assistants Sheffield, England
Job description
Part II Architectural Assistants – Sheffield
Full Time, Permanent Contract
We currently have vacancies for Part 2 Architectural Assistants, based at our Sheffield Studio.
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. 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 team members and, dependent on the role, BDP’s clients, on projects within a variety of sectors.
About you:
- Will have excellent technical, design and presentation skills using a variety of media
- Possess the ability to communicate verbally in a clear manner
- The ability to communicate ideas compellingly through drawings
- Enthusiasm for team working
- Will be a RIBA (Pt 2) graduate or international equivalent
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
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 (EDI) 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, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. More can be found out about our Sheffield studio here: https://www.bdp.com/en/locations/uk/sheffield/
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.
