Donald Insall Associates
Architectural Assistant (Part 1) - London & South East
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Architectural Assistant (Part 1) - London & South East
For over 65 years, Donald Insall Associates has been working with the past to unlock opportunities within the historic environment. We set the standard for what heritage can be.
With sustained success and a growing portfolio of prestigious conservation and heritage projects, our London and South-East region architecture practice continues to expand.
We are keen to hear from talented, motivated graduates who share our passion for conservation, heritage, and the sensitive adaptation of significant buildings.
The Role
The Architectural Assistant role supports architectural teams under direct supervision. You'll focus on diligently learning core architectural skills (primarily CAD/Revit), practice procedures (including QA/EM systems), and our conservation philosophy, within a supportive, high-performing team environment.
What you will do
- Assist the accurate production of 2D/3D drawings (designs, construction details, technical drawings) using practice software (AutoCAD, Revit)
- Assist with creating 3D visualizations and renders as required
- Support the preparation of clear and concise reports and presentations using MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- Assist with conducting site surveys and accurately gathering site information under supervision.
- Help maintain organized project documentation and filing systems according to practice QA/EM procedures
- Perform basic material and product research accurately as directed
- Proactively seek opportunities to develop proficiency in practice software and drawing techniques.
- Demonstrate a growing understanding of how technical information informs design and drawings
- Show initiative in managing assigned tasks effectively to meet deadlines
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What we think you need
- Undergraduate degree (BA / BSc) in Architecture, meeting RIBA / ARB Part 1 requirements
- A developing proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
- Demonstrable interest and developing experience in conservation, historic buildings, new design in historic contexts, and understanding the climate emergency context
- Problem-solving skills: able to think ahead, work effectively under guidance, and devise appropriate solutions.
- Accountability, with a high focus on quality and delivery
- A collaborative approach, with client awareness
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Benefits
We offer competitive industry-benchmarked salaries, a profit-share bonus, private healthcare, pension, holiday starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays) which increases with tenure, paid professional fees, relevant accreditations, payment of a further journal subscription, numerous annual training days, an individual CPD allowance, an internal CPD programme, and other benefits.
Equal Opportunities
Donald Insall Associates is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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